Wilson's Phalarope
When an uncommon bird comes in the area, word spreads pretty quickly. These Wilson’s Phalaropes were foraging in a small mudflap, right next to a busy Walmart parking lot. They move so quickly hunting for insects, that for me, it can be difficult to get a decent photo of one. Luckily for me, they took a minute break. Even luckier, both male and female were tending. Back to back or side to side, and I was able to get both in the same frame. Unlike most birds, the female is more flashier than the male.
Country United States
State Illinois
Location Springbrook Praire FP
Gender Both Male and Female (in same image)
Age Adult
Activity Feeding in the Wild, In or By Water
- Created Timestamp01/01/1970 00:00:00
- Orientation1
East West!