Saturday, June 12, 2010

An American Woodcock for Camera Critters



This profile view is the best picture of this American Woodcock for it shows its long bill.


The richly patterned design of this bird above shows its beauty as I saw it walking across a road in a wooded section earlier this week. I have come across quite a number of birds or animals recently crossing roads in wooded section and I think it is the time of year when I should dedicate some time in such environments to see what else I can find. I will dedicate a full day next week to following such pursuits. I look forward to it.

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8 comments:

carolina mountains said...

Can't say I have ever seen a bird like this. very unique colors. great photo!

Naturegirl said...

it's marking bigg feet and long beak give this guy his character!
Me from Nature Trail

Nikki - Notes of Life said...

That's quite a beak! :)

Iowa Gardening Woman said...

What a beautiful bird! But he does have some big feet.

Appalachian Lady said...

Good shot. I did see this bird once many years ago. He just sat there like that but I didn't have my camera. I thought it was shore bird that had lost its way but it turned out he was probably eating worms in the cove.

EG CameraGirl said...

You captured so much detail in the feathers. Well done! Good luck with your pursuit and I look forward to seeing what you find.

Mary said...

What an interesting bird! Such neat feathers.

cat said...

I have never seen a bird like this. It is so cute :) Great captures.