Quick Tour

Doing my usual Canvasback check just to keep a running tab of how long she stays. Plus, I take a few minutes to run through a couple of areas along the way.

First up, probably my favorite female Mallard on Lake Davis. She is almost tan and has raised some broods here over the years. Easy to spot among the other local Mallards. Love the reflections.



Sitting out farther from shore was the remaining Canvasback, also easily spotted when she sits on the surface.



Though the Great-blue Herons are not uncommon, sometimes they don't like being stared at. This one was more concerned about searching for food. Keeping up with the reflection theme for a bit.



Took a swing through the cemetery after a report from Marcus that the Coyote is still there. Really? Yep.




Looking a little skinnier than when it was first found.

Canvasback Duck Persists

Well, I guess this is pretty nice. Some birds stop, feed, and bolt in a day. This one is finding a comfy spot for at least a few days.

The female Canvasback is still on Lake Davis and bobbing around quite nicely.



She hangs near the Ring-necked Ducks on the southeast shore of the lake. Sometimes you need to sit for a few minutes to see her as she drives so much and can really hold her breath!

How much longer will she grace us with her presence?

Canvasback Duck

Finally!

I have been speculating that there should be an appearance of a Canvasback Duck on Lake Davis for a couple years. We first had some just to the North a few years ago so why should they avoid this spot where I have been finding Redheads and even White Pelicans this season?

Just got a request for information if there really was a Canvasback on Lake Davis as was reported to a web post since I live just a few blocks away. Been awaiting this moment for so long, it seems.

I picked the boys up from school and headed home, telling them to keep an open eye on the ducks. Shortly, I spotted her.



Yes!

As we had to head home to get homework started I was happy with a pretty good ID shot in a couple of minutes. I will head back later for more shots if she sticks around. Ducks are gearing up for their trip back North soon.