Annapolis Ducks

I couldn’t have asked for better December weather. Temps in the mid-40s and sunny skies made for a promising day. I managed to get to Thomas Point and Hillsmere Elementary before stopping for groceries, then I headed out to Sandy Point. In truth, I had expected more variety, but that’s the way it goes some times.

Bufflehead

Bufflehead are fast fliers, and I’ll set a higher shutter speed the next time.

Bufflehead

This pair of Buffleheads were taking a break.

Lesser Scaup

There were rafts of Lesser Scaup at both locations.

Canada Goose

You can’t go far in this area without seeing Canada Geese.

Great Blue Heron

This Great Blue Heron was fishing in a quiet cove at Thomas Point.

Tundra Swan

I saw these Tundra Swans as I was leaving Thomas Point.

Gull

This Gull was looking for a place to land.

Dark Eyed Junco

Dark Eyed Junco

This Dark Eyed Junco was foraging with a small flock of Juncos and Sparrows.

Deer

This may be the same deer I saw here a few weeks ago.

Greater Scaup

This may be a female Greater Scaup.

Ruddy Duck

Luckily, this adult female Ruddy Duck was swimming quite close to shore.