Long-tailed Ducks

[Joemeche]

Flat calm for a full day of kayaking on Drayton Harbor this past Wednesday. The big numbers are yet to come, but the long-tails are entertaining enough.


Female LTDU


Three amigos

 

[Bill Anderson]

Were these shots all taken from a kayak? That must be very difficult.

 

[Joemeche]

Were these shots all taken from a kayak? That must be very difficult.

Yes they were, Bill, and shooting from a kayak has its own unique challenges. On the other hand, it's quite enjoyable.

 

[squirl033]

i've never seen one of these, Joe... nice shots! are they seasonal migrants?

 

[Joemeche]

Thanks, Rocky. They're Arctic ducks and are often the most numerous Arctic species.
We usually have a good contingent at Blaine/Semiahmoo during the winter months.