REDHEADS!

Redhead Duck Gloucester Massachusetts www.kimsmithdesignsThe back shore was abuzz this weekend with bird sightings of several interesting species including Redheads, Black-headed Gull, Glaucous Gull, and Arctic Gull. With their round cinnamon-colored heads, this dynamic duo of male Redheads were particularly beautiful in the late afternoon light. Redheads are diving ducks and as you can see in the photos, they are feasting on the vegetation found along our currently unfrozen shores.Redhead Duck Male Gloucester Massachusetts www.kimsmithdesigns

Redhead Duck male Mergansers Gloucester Massachusetts www.kimsmithdesigns.JPGRed-breasted Mergansers with Redhead in the background

Gadwalls Gloucester www.kimsmithdesignsMale and Female Gadwalls

Aren’t we blessed this year with El Nino’s warmth. I wonder what travelers are yet to come our way this winter. Happy February-thaw!Niles Pond sunset www.kimsmithdesigns.com

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Redhead range