We encountered a lovely little group of Roseate Spoonbills the other day. This one scarcely lifted his head to look around before digging in again to gulp down some more brunch.
Once the Spoonbill turned to face me directly, I couldn’t help but notice his girth (combined with the green duckweed clinging to his bill!). Now, isn’t that the look of a bird who’s enjoying himself? 😋
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It sure is! Great to see a wetland bird happy and well-fed. And I always marvel at the beauty of the spoonbill. Thanks BJ!
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They are remarkable looking, Jet! I love your observation about how nice it is to see a bird whose habitat is the wetlands happy and well fed.
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Certainly hasn’t missed too many meals 😀😀
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Sure looks that way. He’s a real chunker.
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Pink-a-licious! Such a pretty bird. I’ve seen one in flight so far where I’m at. I want so much to find some RSs foraging somewhere to get some photos like yours!
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Come to Palm Beach County FLA! They are quite majestic in flight, aren’t they?
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Nice and happily plump, that one.
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Happily plump is a good description 😊
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So sweet!
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You gotta love that face!💕
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So pretty! Good spoonies!
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The Roseate Spoonbills are just irresistible, aren’t they Pam?!
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Spooonies are the BEST!
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No question they are many people’s favorites! 💕
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I have LOTS of favorite birds! 🙂
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Of course, they are enjoying all the benefits of the duckweed and the invertebrates that feed on it. Great shots, Carol. 🙂
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Thanks, HJ! Yes… His efficient foraging system was working at full capacity ☺️
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Two great captures! Just seeing the Rosies make me smile and that color is fabulous!
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I agree, Ellen – This adult has wonderful deep pinks.
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A very special bird, great images!
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Thanks for stopping by and for your nice comment, Anita. Have a beautiful day!
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It is certainly full figured. 😊. I do like the straight on shot!
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I like that: “full-figured”😁Thanks for your visit, Belinda!
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Almost unrecognizable with spoon in the water!
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You can’t see how spatula-like it looks from the side view ☺️
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