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May 22, 2014 22:58 |  #1

There must be a joke in there about Northern Shovelers returning to Yukon in spring after our driveways are clear of snow (no shovelling left to do).

These ducks are a favourite of mine.

Today, the light was very dull but with a higher ISO it worked well as long as he didn't move too quickly.

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IMAGE: http://yukonsights.ca/images/Birds/20140522_NorthShoveler_03.jpg

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IMAGE: http://yukonsights.ca/images/Birds/20140522_NorthShoveler_06.jpg

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May 23, 2014 07:41 |  #2

Not sure how much help they'd be on your driveway Sue, but there's little doubt how they earned their name.
Beautifully colored guy and the portrait in your 1st image really does him justice. High ISO or not it's well executed. Nice job.


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May 23, 2014 08:45 |  #3

That's quite a shovel there Sue, fine shots!


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May 23, 2014 10:40 |  #4

Very nice Sue. Its fun to watch them sift thru the muck! :)


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May 23, 2014 11:01 |  #5

Those ducks are quite striking with the beautiful colors and that big bill. Good job capturing their beauty.


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May 23, 2014 13:23 |  #6

#1 is Fantastic....


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May 23, 2014 17:17 |  #7

Thanx! This duck has officially replaced the Wood Duck as my most favourite to photograph.

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May 23, 2014 19:05 |  #8

You certainly have some colorful birds in your neck of the woods! Wonderful captures, Sue.


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May 24, 2014 05:57 |  #9

Beautiful captures and love their colour. Well done Sue.


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May 24, 2014 07:52 |  #10

Lovely captures Sue. Their necks must hurt holding that big beak up.


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