The rain was heavy and the female Avocet tried to keep her chicks dry and warm under her feathers.
As luck would have it, the rain didn't stop for a long time and the soaking wet female patiently stood in one spot for almost half and hour. That was motherly love, tender and caring.
As soon as the rain stopped the chicks immediately left their mother and went to explore the world.
The female is very concerned about behavior of her chicks.
There is always a time for preening and making yourself beautiful.
This mischievous Avocet decided to walk among the rocks but quickly abandon this venture.
This summer we don't have many Avocets at Bear River. We were hit hard by drought and some areas of river are nothing but scorched earth and dry vegetation. Perhaps, this is one of reasons why some Avocets didn't favor the Bear River this year.
Generally, life is good!
the good times of family intimacy
ReplyDeleteDaily routine. The first photo is very interesting when counting the bird's legs.
ReplyDeleteReally impressive and beautiful photos.
ReplyDeleteAmor protector de madre. La primera foto es muy buena, un cuerpo al que le salen muchas patas.
ReplyDeleteUn abrazo y cuídate.
Preciosa la avoceta y sus crías, Kaya, has captado unos momentos muy agradable en estas bonitas fotos.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
La hembra, como toda buena madre, muy protectora con sus crías.
ReplyDeleteSon muy buenas las capturas que has conseguido.
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