Comedic Chronicles of Merritt Island NWR
‘Feathers Unleashed’
Returning to Merritt Island NWR brought an unexpected twist – the weather wasn't exactly in our favor, with gloomy skies and intermittent rain patches, it seemed like nature was playing its own version of a dramatic performance. Despite the odds, we took a chance, and boy, did it pay off! The wading birds and ducks, it seemed, had scripted their own comedic performance for the day, and I was fortunate enough to capture some of their lively antics.
Before we delve into the comedians of the day, take a moment to appreciate the elegance of this Great Egret. Its elongated plumes, a telltale sign of the approaching breeding season, demanded a pause to admire its beauty.
Now, onto the dynamic duo of Snowy Egrets – their mirrored stance adding a touch of synchronicity to the scene.
‘Synchronized Egret-ics’
‘Synchronized Egret-ics II’
A Great Egret, seemingly contorting its neck in an almost comical manner, snagged a catch that had everyone doing a double take.
In the mangroves, or rather on top of them, Snowy Egrets showcased impressive balancing moves.
Snowy Egret closeup.
Meanwhile, the Tricolored Heron was back at it, performing its signature canopy dance to lure unsuspecting fishes.
Lesser Scaup duck seized the moment, declaring, 'Look at the canopy dance that I can do!'. Talk about stealing the spotlight!
The hooded merganser, caught off guard by the spectacle, looked positively frazzled.
It turned out to be a such a great morning, with nature serving up laughter at seemingly every turn. Who knew birdwatching could be this entertaining?
