Illuminated by the early morning sun, this Glossy guy was foraging in the shallows in hopes of an early meal.

Thanks for dropping in for a look.
Commentary and faves are always welcome.

Have a great Thursday as this beautiful Spring week winds down.....

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While I was driving the countryside of Maui I saw many of these guys. They are a treat to photograph since we don't get them in California. Taken on an overcast day while doing some exploring for the elusive Black Francolin.

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The same coyote that captured the rodent in my last set. Captured it despite having very worn down canine teeth, a wound on his face from a fight with something, and having to forage during the day when night time hunts are not productive.

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I think the cormorants are better fishermen. The pelicans definitely pay attention to the cormorants, almost like they're hoping the cormorant will lead them to the fish. And if the cormorant gets one, it could be mobbed by the pelicans, hoping for a steal. I actually have an old series of a pelican taking the fish a heron on the shoreline had just caught.

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While lying in the mud photographing birds this little guy came out to say hi.
Started having flickr problems yet again! So frustrating.

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