I'm lucky enough to be near a returning nesting area for them.

They rarely fly low enough to get a good photo.
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All flaps open.
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I neglect processing the perched photos sometimes.
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They're back.
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The lighting was dreamy this morning.
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They look good from any angle.

Love the breed. Lots of personality.

Thank you so much

Flying.
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To bad he didn't stick around for some more shots.
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Thank you so much. The lighting was surreal.

At least he posed for a minute.
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I should start a group dedicated to those epic missed shots.
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I always wish I was a little bit closer.
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You do not have a pose like this and not take a picture.
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Ran the iso too low.
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I would argue the spray and pray method is a legitimate photography technique.
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Excellent. Black birds are always (for me) difficult to get detailed from. Well done

Thank you so much. I think spring has sprung.

They were elusive today.
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Not my best shot, but I'm so happy to see them back.
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Thank you so much.

My submission for #birdoftheday, #leafandlight

He's an English cocker spaniel. They are the working variety of cocker for hunting.

I gave my dog a haircut today. It was not a good haircut. My dog is not exactly the groomer "type" of dog.

Excellent.

Thank you so much. This is a really odd year for them, as they are flying in huge flocks much further inland from the lake this year.

It's hard to get details out of these guys.
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Being kissed by the sun.
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