A Loon, finished with fishing for the moment flaps its wings
I love watching the loons whenever I am on the lake. Most times they will be calmly sitting on the water closely observing their surroundings. Occasionally I have observed them intent upon fishing and at these times I can usually approach rather closely with the boat. This was the case on this day as the loon had located a large school of small fish and had been busily engaged while I made my approach.
After the school of fish disappeared, this Loon practically stood erect on the water shaking the water from its feathers. I like this shot not only for the subject but also the colors of the reflections on the water.
I agree about the colouring in the water, but I am drawn to the markings on the Loon also.. a great picture.
ReplyDeleteIs this a new header of have I not been paying attension? I like it either way.. :O)
Salty: What a great show the Loon is putting on. I wish they came to our lake but they seem to enjoy the mountains aroud them. I love to hear the sound of the Loon which I have only heard in movies or on TV. I really enjoyed the sound in "On Golden Pond".
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shot. I also like the bumble bee photo.
ReplyDeleteprobably on of my favorite shots so far. beautiful! thanks for sharing salty!
ReplyDeleteGood one Dad.
ReplyDeleteI like everything about it too Salty. The reflective colors just enhance the composition. I would love to see a Loon sometime myself. It looks like a beautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteTom, correct you are! The header is a new osprey capture for just this past Saturday.
ReplyDeleteDidn't know we had loons in PA....
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