Saturday 23 November 2013

Goldeneye

 
Martin Mere attracts many wintering ducks and geese. A lovely duck that travels to the UK for wintering is the Goldeneye. I have to admit to not knowing the origins of this particular bird as Martin Mere does have a very good conservation programme, and this bird seemed a little too tame. But still, it gave me the opportunity to get some lovely close ups of a beautiful bird.
 



Going for a dive. Well almost.

23 comments:

  1. It's a gorgeous bird! I saw a few Goldeneyes here in mid October, but they have all left now.

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  2. Terrific captures! I've never seen one. It's very handsome.

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  3. It is a beautiful bird and lovely photos, I wish you a great sunday!

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  4. Hi Adam. this is a beautiful duck and lovely shots of it.

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  5. Wow....such terrific photos and close up images. The eye is definitely golden...perfect name for the bird.

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  6. Handsome duck and wonderful photos!

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  7. Great shots, especially the third one with the ducks head in the water!

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  8. Great close up!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  9. What an amazing set of photos especially when it dips its head in the water.

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  10. I was at Martin Mere today listening to the oooOOoo of the Eider Ducks. Brilliant pictures of the Goldeneye

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  11. Lovely bird, I love that round white spot under the golden eye !

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  12. What a beautiful bird and magnificent photography ~ for OWT ~ thanks, carol, xxx

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  13. Such clear captures. Amazing details in them.

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  14. Fabulous shots of the goldeneye!!

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  15. Beautiful bird and great detail in your photos.

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  16. I had the choice of seeing goldeneyes in Illinois this winter or staying in Florida. Guess what I chose!

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  17. Great shots of the Goldeneyes, its a while since I was at Martin mere, I think its time for another trip, if only to see the geese.
    All the best Gordon.

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  18. Those are great pictures Adam. Looks like it probably is a resident from the collection but hey with those pictures who cares?

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  19. Nice bird! I am always suspicious of birds that swim too close - and even more so when they offer photographic tips!!!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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