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Wild Turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo) at sunrise; Sony a9; 200-600 mm lens at 282 mm; 1/60 sec; f/6.3; ISO 3200; Gitzo tripod; group blind; Buelton; CA; USA
A sunshine tonic needed this morning.
My heart goes out to those who are suffering from the dreadful effects of flooding over the weekend and the destruction to our beautiful countryside!
A shedding nanny and kid mountain goat grazing on glacial lilies in Glacier's Logan Pass, near Hidden Lake. The nanny was weaning the cute kid which was really paying attention to what she dined on. Glacial lilies are a favorite of theirs.
There are so many hikers on that trail that the goats are fairly tame, most of the time ignoring us.
As I frequently do, a couple more photos of them in the comments....
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Two mountain goats Oreamnos americanus graze in a mountain meadow along the Beartooth Hiway in the Beartooth Mountains of Wyoming. Though not native to Wyoming, these goats (Oreamnos americanus) descended from small groups introduced to the Beartooth and Absaroka Mountains in the 1940s and 1950s. They were brought in from western Montana where they are native. Some consider the species a compliment to the ecosystem. As their numbers grow, others worry about the effect of the goats on the alpine vegetation and the native mountain sheep population. Regardless of the concern that always accompanies introduced species, It is always fun to see them.
It all started with a yummy cocktail I had while out for dinner Saturday night....
One of these little cuties were plopped on top, of course I saw potential ;)
Take a deep breath...a deep Breath of Nature. A picture postcard kind of day at this beautiful and relaxing sim. slurl - maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Serena%20Falls/26/73/23
The Little Egret (Egretta garzetta) uses a variety of methods to get its food; stalking its prey in shallow water, often running with raised wings or shuffling feet to disturb small fish, or may stand still and wait to ambush prey.
They make use of opportunities provided by cormorants disturbing fish or humans attracting fish by throwing bread into water. On land they walk or run while chasing their prey, feed on creatures disturbed by grazing livestock and ticks on the livestock, and even scavenge. Their diet is mainly fish, but amphibians, small reptiles, mammals and birds are also eaten, as well as crustaceans, molluscs, insects, spiders and worms.[
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre.
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The Chiloé Wigeon (Mareca sibilatrix), also known as the southern wigeon, is a colorful dabbling duck native to the southern parts of South America. It is named after the Chiloé Archipelago off the coast of Chile, one of its primary habitats.
Key Characteristics
Distinctive Plumage:
It has an iridescent green-blue cap on the back of its head, contrasting with a white forehead and cheeks. Its flanks are a noticeable orange-brown (rust) color, and its breast features black and white barring.
"The Whistler":
Its scientific name, sibilatrix, means "whistler," referring to the male’s distinctive melodious three-syllable whistle. The female's call is a lower-pitched grunt or growl.
Subtle Dimorphism:
Unlike many other duck species, males and females look very similar, though males are generally larger with slightly brighter colors and more iridescence.
Distribution and Habitat
Native Range:
Indigenous to Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands, with some populations migrating to southeastern Brazil for the winter.
Preferred Habitat:
They frequent freshwater lakes, marshes, shallow lagoons, and slow-flowing rivers rich in aquatic vegetation.
Behavior and Life Cycle
Diet:
Primarily vegetarian, they feed on aquatic plants, grasses, and occasionally algae by dabbling or grazing on land.
Social Nature:
These are highly sociable birds, often seen in pairs or small groups. They are popular in wildfowl collections worldwide due to their charming "head-bobbing" displays and frequent chattering.
Breeding:
They are monogamous and often form long-term pair bonds. Unusually for ducks, the male helps raise the young, though only the female incubates the typical clutch of 5–10 eggs.