This photo is from deep down in my photo clutter. It was in a 9 year old folder among a group that I was consolidating. The posing Wood Ducks caught my eye and I decided to do some processing.
This pair of Wood Ducks was enjoying the early morning sun on top of a rather precariously leaning nest box. It was a cool April morning and they certainly seemed to be enjoying the warm rays.
The picture was taken when I first started doing wildlife photography as a hobby rather than just something I happened to do while walking or hiking. It was probably shots like this that switched me from a casual snapshot guy to a more serious amateur. I got hooked on trying to catch birds in an interesting pose, in flight or in some other action in addition to the typical portrait.
Birds in My Viewfinder 
well this is an awesome pic and makes me yearn for warmer April days..I for one am pleased it is this type of shot and scene that pushed you to get even more serious with your photography…nice!!
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The male does look like a guy working on his tan.
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You caught an instant.
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Very cool. I love wood ducks! And my friend who is a professional wildlife photographer says that the trick with birds is to get something more than “bird on a stick,” which you have done here. Good job!
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