I agree and they are shy about it.

Thanks! Yep, I see them frequently, but they are skittish and difficult to get close to.

We have definitely encroached. However, it is interesting that this body of water is a man made playa, constructed for drainage. Prior to its construction, the land was dry high desert between two highways. Now it is a bit of an oasis, with an impressive diversity of wildlife!

That was my exact thought when I was processing these images!

Thanks!

Thanks. I was hoping to catch one of the Herons in that spot because of the orange/red grass.

Thanks. Just posted some photos from Scotland. More to come as well as more wildlife from the local playa.

Thanks. I was surprised and expected him to fly off with every step.

Thanks! Been tough this year. More cloudy than usual.

I’m thinking, “Ow, my aching joints.” but that may be projection. Beautiful shot!

I think he knows it too. It looks like I was below, but he was out in front of me and turned sideways to get the full golden sunlight.

Well, many of the Geese may actually stay for the winter.

Thanks!