Sunday, April 17, 2011

American Woodcock

This bird is one of our earliest returning migrants. As early as March, males begin the spectacular courtship flight by leaping from the ground and ascending in a widening spiral to about 300 feets, where he circles while singing and then begins his descent, zigzagging like a falling leaf.



















Do you can find the American Woodcock in its perfect camouflage ?

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8 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Really love that first shot Dominique

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  2. Dominique LalondeApril 18, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Thank you Michel !

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  3. Dominic GendronApril 18, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Le camouflage de cet oiseau est effectivement impressionnant! Excellentes images Dom :)

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  4. Dominique LalondeApril 18, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Merci beaucoup Dominic !
    Oui, ça m'a pris du temps avant de le voir !!

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  5. Mary Howell CromerApril 19, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    Yes, I can and I always enjoy how nature hides creatures so beautifully. The top image is a great catch!

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  6. Dominique LalondeApril 20, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Thank you very much, Mary !
    Yes, a lot of creatures use the camouflage and I'm always
    impress !

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  7. You can never take too many picturesApril 28, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    C'est Tres Beau!!!!! Looking forward to reading your blog daily.....Love your work....

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  8. Dominique LalondeApril 28, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Thank you very much Susan !!
    I love to share the beauty of nature with people !
    I'm very happy that you love my work !

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