Aquatic Birds

I Think They Spotted Me

There were about 30 shovelers sleeping by the banks of the pond. I was trying to quietly get as close as I could. I stopped when I saw eyes starting to pop open. Took a few shots and just as quietly backed away. They went back to sleep.
Northern Shoveler (Anas clypeata)
Cottonwood Park Richardson Texas

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