American Avocet -Male

At approximately the same time of year as last year, I was just as excited to see a number of American Avocets near the beach of Astotin Lake at Elk Island National Park. Light was close to ideal. Light the following day was even better, and I did go back hoping to get more captures, but strong wind made for a lousy day not only for me, but for the Avocets who were no where to be found. All in all I was still very happy with the shots I was able to get on this day.

 

Here the male is seen with its fairly straight bill. Tomorrow the female.

Done