Red Breasted Merganser at Thomas Point

It was cloudy and windy this morning, but it cleared up quickly, so I went back to Thomas Point.
There weren’t a lot of birds, but the variety was acceptable, and I got a few decent shots.
I met Darryl and Paula, who often walk their dog, Harley, at the point, and they allowed me to stop in their backyard and get a few closeups.

Red Breasted Merganser

Red Breasted Merganser

Red Breasted Merganser

These Red Breasted Mergansers came out of nowhere, and I was lucky to get a shot at all.

Mallard

Mallard

Mallard

This Mallard was flying in for the corn being fed by the neighbors.

Bufflehead

Bufflehead

Bufflehead

Bufflehead

Buffleheads were plentiful today.

Canvasback

Canvasback

Canvasback feeding frenzy.

Wood Duck

This might be the same Wood Duck who was hanging out with the swans last year.

Canvasback

This Canvasback is swimming with a female Bufflehead.

Hooded Merganser

A small flock of Hooded Mergansers flew off as I approached.

Horned Grebe

The Horned Grebe pair is still feeding at the point.

Surf Scoter

There were only a few Surf Scoters.

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser  Scaup

Lesser Scaup, landing on the water.

2 thoughts on “Red Breasted Merganser at Thomas Point

  1. This is my first visit but it won’t be my last. Thank you so much for sharing. Not only are the photos beautiful but they are a help in identifying the different ducks and other birds. I’ll look forward to my next visit.

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