Hooded Merganser

This pretty pair of ducks were feeding away when I eased to the edge of the slough. I saw them at about 75 yards, which was too far to get any good shots. I snuck around to get closer. I had to move very slowly and quietly. The little birds were sounding the alarm and it made the pair nervous. They swam away from me still feeding. I stood in some weeds next to a tree and started shooting. They slowly worked their way back towards me. When they got to within about 30 feet some little birds started sounding the alarm again and they swam away.

I found it amazing how God's little creatures look out for each other. I was under the trees for over 1/2 an hour standing perfectly still. The little birds quieted down and all was nice. I shot lots of pictures, but as soon as the ducks got too close the little guys started squawking again. Once they started swimming away I eased back into the brush, but they caught site of my movement and flew off. Awesome experience and photo op.

God bless.

dns.