Wading Birds like this oystercatcher are fascinating to watch. I photographed this American Oystercatcher in South America.
This Black Oystercatcher, near The Holler, was a rare sighting.
California has about 668 species of birds. The Holler, and nearby environs alone, account for approximately 500 of them, including a variety of waders. Little Blue Herons can be found near the coast, and are seen less often, closer to The Holler.
Majestic Great Blue Herons are common.
They sometimes show up at our front door!
Sandhill Cranes stand over four feet tall and are further afield.
They winter at The Salton Sea.
Snowy Egrets are everywhere. This guy was near the coast.
His green crab lunch was a bit crabby and hard to swallow!
Cheers to you from The Holler’s wonderful waders~
Love those AMOYs! It took me a long time to realise the essential difference from the Eurasians… (no, not accent)… orange eyes v red eyes!
Wow! Some differences are so subtle.
Oystercatchers are such beauties and fun to watch.
Lucky you! I see them so rarely, it is an event when I do.
Some amazing photography! Catching the Egret eating a tiny crab – Wow and the Blue Heron stretching out is next is an incredible shot too. Lovely photography as usual.
Awww, I love my thoughtful kind friends like you ❤
My pleasure, Cindy, and thank you. Karen 🙂
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Cindy, Thank you for these beautiful photographs!
Thank you for being such a thoughtful friend Charles & cheers to you!
You are very welcome!
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Here is another set of beautiful photographs from Cindy Knoke!
So lovely! Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
So many wonderful bird shots, Cindy. I especially like the cranes flying overhead and the Great Blue Heron (which looks so much like our White-faced Heron).
The Holler must be a haven for Bird Photographers and Nature Lovers.
Thankfully, most areas of The Holler are still off the charts of most people, so we luckily avoid intrusions. I hope it stays this way.
used to have a Great Blue that came to our door in Florida, Cuz. Had to love that bird. He (we later found out that he was a she) would be there almost every evening at about 6pm begging for bread…, or whatever we had to give her. Critters can be such fun !!! :}
You told me about her, and how she ate out of your hand, and how you missed her visits. I remember well!
BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS! They are amazing! Thanks for sharing ♥️
Thank you much more for your kind appreciation!
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Your Holler sounds like a bit of an estuary. Many parts of our City have kept them protected so we get many of those birds here though I never identified most. The Blue Heron is quite common to see here but I never took a photo of any of them that looked close to what you have here. It never even occurred to me then. Thanks for bringing a bit of awareness.
I would love to see lots of blue herons! It sounds like you live in a wonderful area.
The Portland, Oregon area is loaded with animal, bird and plant sanctuary areas. I absolutely love it here. After traveling the world my entire life, this is where I chose to stop.
We almost moved to Oregon. We are still are talking about the area around Bend….. It is a beautiful, uncrowded and progressive state.
I haven’t been to Bend but they get a lot of snow. I hear it’s lovely though. I wanted to be closer to a major airport for family to fly in for visits. We get just a little snow here on occasion. It is a very progressive state which is why my sister moved here more than 30 years ago. She feels safe here.
A little blue heron showed up at the park I work at in northeast Ohio once, and all the birders went crazy.
Herons have this odd habit of showing up solo at places where they don’t belong. It always creates a stir!
That’s a fine habit to have! Maybe they do it on purpose?
Birds are smart like that!
Haha, yep! They must notice all the photographers crowding around them.
Wow! Great photos!
Very kind & most appreciated!
Gorgeous, Cindy!
Ahhhh, thanks so much & have a wonderful weekend!
You are welcome, Cindy. Happy weekend to you!
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Beautiful.
Very kind. Thank you!
My pleasure.
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Waders are my favourite type of bird – this post is heaven, Cindy, thank you! 🙂
Ahhhh, so happy you enjoyed & cheers to you Liz ❤
Herzlichen Dank Cindy für die schönen Fotos, hab eine gute Zeit.
Danke Ernst und ein schönes Wochenende, mein Freund!
Magnificent birds and photos of them. You are lucky to find such beauty in nature. Enjoy the weekend.
You too my friend and thank you for your very thoughtful words ❤
Thank you for your kind comment. Enjoy the weekend.
Each bird is so incredible! Showing off their beautiful colors! I love your bird photos!
You are a lovely friend. Happy Holidays ❤
Fantastic photographs! I’ m so glad that you take the time and have the resources (cameras, etc., but more important, skill and a love for beauty) to put these out here for us. Gratefully, Albert
I echo Albert’s gratitude!
So kind of you and so appreciated too!
What thoughtful and very kind sentiments. People like you make it so worthwhile! Thank you Albert & cheers to you.
Lovely birds. I’ve got some herons that come when the weather is warmer. And a bunch of the little guys, some hawks and vultures too.
The color of the birds is always fun when something stands out; like that orange beak or the blue feathers. 🙂
It was fairly warm today that their was a guy fishing in the creek behind my house (on the easement side).
You live in a wonderful place! Being surrounded by wildlife and birds is a blessing, that is good for our psyches and souls ❤ ❤
Stunning!!!
Love shore birds my world is full of yours are beautiful captures as always Cindy. Enjoy the weekend of craziness leading up to Christmas and warm thoughts for you from me are also attached xo.
Awwww, you are the loveliest friend Eunice. Merry Christmas and Happy, Healthy New Year my friend ❤ 🎄
Isn’t is just amazing how many different birds there are? Such beautiful photos of these guys!
Thank you Lyn and yes the variety is mind boggling!
Wonderful photographs.
Merci beaucoup mon ami ❤
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Thank you for your thoughtfulness Sharon & Happy New Year!
Beautiful pictures Cindy!
Thank you Wendell & Happy New Year!