Baird(s) on the Beach!

This gallery contains 4 photos. The caption of this post is my whimsical nod to both Shakespeare and shorebirds (being a fan of both). Those of you who live on the West Coast will be familiar with this summer festival. 🙂

Spirit Ducks

This gallery contains 5 photos. Buffleheads, also known as spirit ducks, are some of the most popular and strikingly-colored ducks to grace Metro Vancouver shores during winter.

Lapland Longspur

I could not have asked for better light or a pose with this shot (I did hope to be a little closer, though!) Lapland Longspurs are named for the long claws on their hind toes. Like their