BELINDA GROVER PHOTOGRAPHY

STOPS ALONG THE WAY


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NORTHERN SHOVELER (TWO PHOTOGRAPHS)

 

I featured this duck close up to show off its marvellous bill and then pulled back some, as the background was worth a look too. I’ve only seen the northern shoveler in late November. I’ve read that it appears as if its rear is sitting higher up in the water than its front end. Not surprising with a bill like that.😊


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SPRING PREDICTION

February 2 is Groundhog Day in Canada and the United States.  Legend has it if the groundhog sees its shadow, winter will last for six more weeks, if not spring will come early.  Given how winters seem to drag on here I always thought six additional weeks meant an early spring 😏.  

I’ve featured this photo before but in honour of the day here it is again, slightly re-edited.


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LATE FALL VISITORS

Some years we see a few American Wigeons at the local reserve. Although quite common, we only see them occasionally in early spring or late fall. Their main breeding ground is further west and of course they’re “snowbirds”, heading south as the cold sets in. 😏 


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ONCE UPON A FROG

There’s a spot at a nearby lake where the frogs like to congregate. When we walk by it we listen for a splash and usually see a couple of frogs.  Although I’ve featured this photo before it made me smile when I came across it recently. I hope this slightly re-edited version has the same effect on you.


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WINTER WOODPECKER

We’re lucky to have downy woodpeckers here all year round as most birds migrate south during the winter.  This male downy has found some insects to eat under the bark of the tree. They’re also seen more frequently at backyard feeders this time of year.