Least Sandpiper(s)

[ngannet]

These birds were a dream to shoot, very approachable, showing no fear of people (which is of course a bad thing really). They were in what is really the parking lot of a nursery which backs up to a wetland. That, coupled with the irrigation leaves the area with constant standing water. These birds were actually feeding on top of blacktop with marsh vegetation and standing water. Blacktop serves well at giving perfect reflections!

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[DonE]

Great shots. It does look like a very friendly bird.

[downywp]

Very nice shots, nice soft light and detail and the reflections are just lovely! :-)

[scokar]

cool shots, especially with the reflections.

[MetalRain]

#3 just pops. nice job.

[Colyn]

I love shot no 2 ... thanks for sharing.

[kenyc]

Great shots!
KAC

[dancad]

I love shooting these guys...they are so approachable - actually if you stay put near them THEY approach YOU! I like the rusty markings on the juvies..nice ones!

[philc123]

Great series, love the 3rd shot. :)