Northern Shoveler

Northern shoveler

Known for their distinctive bill shape, The Northern shoveler uses it’s bill to in fact shovel around under the water for food. Not just a pretty name!!!!

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Emil Baumbach

January 1, 2023 11:48 am

Nice low angle. It makes all the difference.

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Burning Nature photography

January 1, 2023 11:20 pm

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Thanks Emil,, I got soaked getting this one!!! LOL

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Mike Warner

January 7, 2023 7:21 pm

I really like the composition of the Shoveler. The wave of blue behind the bird appears to be propelling it forward. Well done!

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Burning Nature photography

January 7, 2023 8:16 pm

Reply to Mike Warner

Thanks Mike. I got wet taking this one for sure. Eye level is always key.

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