On several occasions this spring, we had the opportunity to observe and photograph two distinctive migratory waders at Lake Estes -- the American Avocet and the White-faced Ibis.
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White-faced Ibis |
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White-faced Ibis |
The first time we saw the Ibis, a flock of 16 flew over the lake, time and time again. A birding friend believed they were looking for their sandy spit, which was still covered in water. We saw Ibis' other times, as late as mid-May, but the Avocets' stay was shorter.
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American Avocet |
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American Avocet |
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