This is one of two Avocet chicks we discovered to
our delight in the Martinez wildlife preserve. |
Both of the chicks crossing to the other side of the
pond. They are probably just a couple of weeks old. |
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Practicing its latest Karate kick. |
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Avocet
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Mom stays close to her two chicks.
(Female's beak has an upward tilt at the end) |
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Whenever a potential predator approaches the
parent
calls out to warn the mate and the chicks. |
The male's beak is longer than the female's and only slightly curved. |
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Avocet in a hurry
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This is the lone surviving Avocet chick about a week after
our first sighting. |
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Both Avocet parents were watching over their young ones
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Avocet
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In the same vicinity we found this group of avocets. |
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Avocet
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Avocets
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Avocet
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Avocets in winter
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A beautiful Avocet couple |
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Avocet in winter plumage |
Avocet
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Avocet in winter
plumage |
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Avocet in transition to breeding
plumage
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Resting Avocet |
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