Male hooded merganser waiting for the return of his mate in Turkle Pond at Prime Hook NWR. Has been seen in this location for the past few weeks and has surprisingly not begun their northward migration yet.
Hooded Merganser
Country United States
State Delaware
Gender Male
Age Adult
Activity In or By Water
- Created Timestamp03/26/2026 13:09:43
- CameraCanon EOS R6 Mark III
- Aperture13
- CreditSteve Shaffer
- Copyright2026 Steve Shaffer
- Focal Length1115
- Iso3200
- Shutter Speed1/1250
Great shot of the Hooded Merg! I like how the cowl is reflected in the lake.