Tag: common goldeneye
Some Recent Urban Pond Birds
In the last three days I’ve visited three urban ponds in the Salt Lake Valley while looking for birds. (6 photos of 6 species)
Some Recent Birds
Male Common Goldeneye In Flight
Why Did The Goldeneye Run Across The Pond?
Like the chicken who crossed the road, I have no idea.
And this bird complicated my decision about buying a new camera. (11 photos)
A Male Common Goldeneye Gets A Surprise At Takeoff
Goldeneye Reflections Part II
Just short of three weeks ago I posted “Goldeneye Reflections Part I” so Part II is more than a little late making an appearance. (15 photos)
Some Recent Birds
Male Common Goldeneye – A Hunting Hat Trick
In this series we’ll see why birds that eat crayfish usually shake them violently before swallowing them. It’s a behavior that pays off. (14 photos)
Common Goldeneye Taking Off Along The Ice Line
Mr. Fathead Meets Mr. Pinhead
Nothing serious today. Just a little fun, except for another observation about heat waves/temperature disparity affecting image quality and sharpness. That part is serious, at least for me. (3 photos)
Goldeneye Reflections Part I
No, not Reflections in a Golden Eye. Neither Marlon Brando nor Elizabeth Taylor will be making an appearance and there will be no murder. (6 photos)
Adult Male Common Goldeneye – AKA Mr. Fathead
Reflections are unpredictable and often a great deal of fun if, like this photographer, you’re easily entertained.
Thieving Gulls At Bear River MBR
With gulls in the area, goldeneyes and coots stand a very good chance of losing their meals. (12 photos)
