A Double-crested Cormorant was standing on a post, flapping his wings, which of course got my attention.
He dropped down as if he was going to spend some time in the water but then went into take off mode.
His splashes reminded me of a skipping stone.
Finally airborne, he disappeared down the canal.
Bear Island Wildlife Management Area
March 9. 2020
I love trying to capture the take-offs of birds like this cormorant that bounce across the surface of the water to gain momentum. You captured a wonderful sequence of shots, Ellen, of the process and the beautiful reflections were a nice bonus.
Thanks, Mike, glad that you enjoyed them and it’s always fun to get the action! The reflections really made the series, the dark bird and the brown marsh grass aren’t much contrast.
The reflections are stunning! Nice work.
Thank you, Sandra! The light was perfect for these reflections, one of my favorite things to capture.
You capture them beautifully!
These came out really nice 👏👏👏
Thank you, well worth stopping for!
Amazing sequence of photos, Ellen! Excellent!
Many thanks, Peter! Glad that you enjoyed it.
Superb!
I caught cormorant takeoffs on the Hudson River, but nothing like this exquisite mirror you have captured here.
Paz
Thanks, Paz, that’s very kind! This was truly a “right place right time” moment and to think I almost didn’t get out of the car because the background was so brown.
That goes to show ya!
Never hesitate, it’s only a minute.
You never know where or when these happy accidents will occur.
Paz
🙂