I was not sure what bird this was. The first choice under Merlin app is Forster’s tern. It appears like a non breeding adult.
It kept flying to an outtake area of a culvert as it came out from under a road. The tide was going out and the tern took advantage of fish coming out into the bay from the wetlands area. I saw it capture several fish flying in and out.
I almost thought it was showing off as this fish it carried around in a circle giving me lots of opportunities to get off some shots. Was he showing off? Or was he looking for a dining spot? Have a happy Monday!
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Great photos and I think he was just looking for a quiet place to eat, after making sure you got his good side. 🙂
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The birds are more accommodating at this location.
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That’s wonderful. Now you have a spot where you can find them more relaxed. 🙂
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Sweet. Still working on that skill set.
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They are fast. I have not good before and during splash down shots yet.
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