I don't know my species very well. Who am I kidding? I don't know my species at all.
I was just intrigued by the bump on this fellow's head.
And speaking of bumps on the head...
This bird was sporting a doozy.
I thought the coloring was interesting on this one...mostly black and white,
but with a green neck and head.
A gull was hoping we'd throw it a snack or two.
We weren't the only ones enjoying the birds in the park that day.
The day was waning, and some of the birds appeared to be getting sleepy.
The duck in the foreground could hardly keep his eyes open,
and the other was already tucked in and sound asleep.
Great pictures of all of the waterfowl, Linda. Looks like you all had a great time in Michigan.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
These are great shots. You had a lot to choose from! I know nothing about species either! Wish I did though. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Betsy. It was a low-key celebration of the holiday.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Elizabeth. I marvel at those bloggers who can identify and teach us something about every object they photograph. :)
Great pictures.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ruth.
ReplyDeleteWhat great pictures, and the one with the little boy surrounded by all the birds is just wonderful ... I bet his parents would just love to have it!
ReplyDeleteLovely pics, Linda. I rarely know what I'm photographing (plant or bird-wise) either. I only pretend I do. ;) Actually I sometimes take a quick Google course before posting.
ReplyDeleteDeborah - Thanks so much. I'm afraid I have no idea who the lad is or who his parents are. But I so appreciate your kind comment.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Hilary. I sometimes do the Google search, too. I did learn that the brownish/grayish bird with the bump on its forehead is an African goose. Still not sure about the white bird with the fluffy crown on its head, though.