We went for a drive around Lake of the Lilies yesterday to see what wildlife I could photograph.
Things were pretty quiet, there were the usual suspects and then these five
Killdeer
My bird book says they are present here year round,
but I usually see them in much higher numbers during the summer and rarely during winter.
Killdeer have bold markings, long legs and big mouths...meaning they are quite noisy.
Long wings and a long tail give the standing bird a more elongated appearance.
Sexes are similar.
Pictures from my "Birds of Eastern North America" book show them to be beautiful in flight.
16 comments:
hello Debbie,
The killdeer are so cute. I love your photos too, they are all adorable.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Debbie!
This beautiful bird posed for your photos. They are perfect.
Hugs and greetings.
Awesome photos of our feathered friends ~ Wow/!
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
I always love hearing them. Wonderful shots as usual. ;-)
Such beautiful rings around his/her neck.
What a lovely bird killdeer is. The bar throat makes it so attractive. Great shots!
Very nice pictures! I love birds
I have found Killdeer fancinating from a young age. Love the way they try and lure predators away from their nests.
Mind blowing pictures
I just love killdeer! Their coloring, those bright eyes, their noisy nature. I don't see them often so you are lucky.
Oh I do love the killdeer, not sure what it is about them but I do like them :) and you have great pics of them too!
Terrific photos, Debbie! I always think Killdeer look like they are worried ... something about how the eye slants downward. Have a great week!
Excellent photos!
Another one I like even though I have been told that a lot of birders think they are ordinary. I never tire of them.
Fabulous set of photographs.
All the best Jan
I always enjoy it when you share a few thoughts on the bird photos you take. I love the bold markings on the Killdeer. You are a fantastic Critter photographer. I still think you need to make a book.
Blessings and hugs!
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