Algae
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Lichen covers a flower budding twig. It does no harm. Lichen are a symbiotic combination of fungus and algae/cyanobacteria.
45 layer focus stack. Processed in HeliconFocus and Affinity Photo.
Algae bloom in one of the flooded fields at Elkhorn Slough, just north of Monterey, California.
From my Primordial Soup collection.
I was lying on a rickety, wooden jetty, in a remote place, looking down into the sea, and watching the marine algae swaying around.
Around this time last year, I started getting serious about landscape photography. I spent many days scouting locations, many of which were new to me.
However, one of those new spots was recommended by a fellow local photographer, surfwax (John). John knew I might find this little rocky shelf interesting, and I'd have to agree.
My first time here, the wind and swell drove me back onto the bluffs in order to shoot from a drier vantage point. The next two times were a bust...and the wind and swell were just as wet and wild as the first time.
However, last night, the wind laid down, a small wedge of cloud moved in and things just fell into place.
I've wanted to capture a scene here with the sun setting down the middle of this long channel and there are only two short windows each year to get it. The timing, lighting, and wave action was tricky, so I wound up blending two exposures for this one.
I hope to capture more of this section of coast, and I'd love to do it with a single shot, not a blend. As the current window closes, I look forward to the next one.
Nikon D300
Nikkor 12-24mm
2 exposure blend
Singh-Ray 3-stop Reverse GND Filter
Lee .9 Hard Stop GND Filter
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.
Because it sounds so much better than "pond scum". I love wandering the local wetlands getting shots of the stuff growing on and in the water. From my Primordial Soup collection.
Tree lichens and algae on a hardwood in Richland Park. Been so warm lately I'm dusting off the macro lens getting ready for spring!
This Florida native knows how to hold a pose. Perched on a rock like a reptilian yogi, the turtle stretches its neck toward the light, one clawed foot gripping the stone with quiet determination. Its shell, etched with age and softened by moss, tells a story of stillness and survival.
The water around it is clear and calm, revealing a bed of submerged rocks that cradle the moment in earthy tones. It’s a portrait of patience—no rush, no drama, just the art of being.
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