Clinging and singing, the Sedge Wren is calling out from the top of a cattail at Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, Arcata, California.
A sidewalk stroll through a residential section of Arcata revealed several pets and wonderful flower gardens. This is Nala. She is adept at jumping from the sidewalk to fence top. Here she shows curiosity and studio setting poise.
Dynamic stunning contrast of color, poise in still life, delicate structure of legs, feet, and talons make the Tricolored Blackbird one of our favorites along the marshland regions. Enjoy the series!
Mallard Drake (left) and Northern Pintail Drake (right) paddling together as the daylight fades into sunset.
Sunny afternoons encourage the algae bloom to start. The Northern Shoveler (aka Spoonbill) sweeps its bill left and right just below the waters surface as it sifts food particles from water.
The golden hour of evening light provided a wonderful reflection off the water and onto the underside of the wings of this beautiful egret at the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary.
Mark Ahrens Photography 