A lot closer on the banks of the reservoir, were a nice Dunlin and Sanderling, both in really lovely breeding plumage. I don't think I've seen a Sanderling in this plumage before.
They were both very confiding and gave me a great opportunity to get close. At close proximity you can really appreciate how small these birds are. No binoculars needed, and they are small.
Dunlin with the black front.
The Sanderling, which doesn't have a black front.
NO I have never seen a Sanderling in breeding plumage. I thought they all left for their breeding grounds inout summer?
ReplyDeletePretty shots of both the Sanderling and Dunlin. Their breeding colors are pretty.
ReplyDeleteThey are beautiful little shorebirds.
ReplyDeletebeautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful captures! What a lovely bird encounter.
ReplyDeleteLovely shots, Adam, I'd have never known the difference (without your info!).
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Great shots - when I see Sanderling that are almost completely pale - would be nice to see some with a bit of colour.
ReplyDeleteCheers - Stewart M - Melbourne (airport)
Great shots..wonderful detail..Thanks for explaining the difference..
ReplyDeleteExcellent clear shots!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures, I love these birds
ReplyDeleteI wish you a beautiful Sunday.
Best regards, Irma
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. Well taken Adam.
ReplyDeleteBoth are just gorgeous!!!! I always enjoy seeing your posts!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteThat was a stroke of luck those waders being there unexpectedly. You didn't waste the opportunity Adam as it's a lovely set of pictures.
ReplyDeleteVery nice shots! The patterns in the feathers are very attractive.
ReplyDeletePretty birds. Lovely colours and feather patterns.
ReplyDeleteSuperb!
ReplyDeleteSo great and maybe now I could tell the difference next time, so thanks for that. We see swoops of dunlins at our oregon lake. Really beautiful to watch as they move as if they were one body.
ReplyDeleteI love watching sea birds!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/06/in-memoriam-ling.html
Beautiful bird!!
ReplyDeleteStunning shots of the beautiful birds, I love the orange, white, black mottling of their feathers, so colorful. The black spot on the stomachs of the Dunlins really sets them off when they are flying, too. It is great seeing the comparison with the Sanderlings.
ReplyDeletemerci pour vos belles photos de cet oiseau au très beau plumage !
ReplyDeleteLove the various colors and detail on these birds. Your photography skills are outstanding.
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