Just Ducky

One of the wonderful things about photographing birds is that it makes you spend extended time with birds, and in so doing gain an intimate glimpse into their lives and behavior. I loved watching this pair of Mottled Ducks that seemed so synchronized, they could even feed in the same area within inches of each other, maybe on the same plant. Kinda like sharing a piece of cake with your spouse or significant other, one plate, 2 forks — now that takes synchrony. LQS

Mottled Duck photo © Lillian Stokes, 2006