anatidae

Branta ruficollis. Location: Walkthrough.

I remember being so proud of this when I took it. Yet another Cypress Swamp photo from me playing with reflections. It was the first time I had noticed this opportunity. Obviously ended up being the first of many.

I actually find the female of this species to be more photogenic than the males. The just have such a sleek appearance. I really love how the streaks in the reflection compliment the bill shape in this shot.

This species was a bit out of place in the Cypress Swamp, an exhibit themed to the swamps of the Missouri bootheel, as it is actually from Asia. I'm not sure if its still there, but it was an interesting and unique looking bird and I'm glad I had the chance to photograph it.

One of several Cypress Swamp photos I took this visit that I really liked. Again, playing with those reflections.

The reflections are really fun to play with in the Cypress Swamp. I thought this shot was cool because how the bright white streaks on the water resembled the merganser's markings. They also make good leading lines as well.

I really like how striking the eye is and how the waterdrops look on his bill in this shot.

Lophodytes cucullatus 1 male, 2 females Clear Lake, Seabrook, TX, US February 28, 2022

Marmaronetta angustirostris. Aviary adj. Base Camp Restaurant.

Anser cygnoid. Wildfowl lake.