2011-04-25

ISO 200, f/5.6, 1/100s, D3100 w/55-200mm lens

I know this isn't the greatest picture, but I had to show that the goslings have hatched!  In between rain drops today Alex and I took a hike down to our neighbor's pond in the hopes of seeing them.  They were moving away from us quickly, but we were able to catch a glimpse.  There are five babies ... see them on the left behind their Mama.  Hopefully we'll get to see them a little closer before they leave.

2011-04-14

ISO 100, f/5.6, 1/160s, D3100 w/55-200mm lens

Alex and I went for a walk down to our neighbor's pond again today.  While there we saw this beautiful Canadian goose swimming in the pond.  I thought it was strange that he was there alone since Canadian geese don't typically travel alone.  After a few minutes I happened to glance over and saw ...

ISO 100, f/5.6, 1/160s, D3100 w/55-200mm lens

 this Mama goose sitting on a nest right beside the pond.   As you can see, she doesn't look too happy to see us.  She sat like this the entire time we were there ... giving me the evil eye.



ISO 100, f/5.6, 1/160s, D3100 w/55-200mm lens
But Papa goose stayed pretty close to her while we were there ... doing a good job protecting her and the eggs.  We plan to check back frequently to hopefully catch a glimpse of the goslings.

(And, yes, I realize that I'm breaking my one-photo-a-day rule.  But there was a story to be told.  Thanks for your patience.)  :)


Linking up with Texture Thursday.  Lots of texture going on with the feathers, nest, leaves, and seaweed on the pond.  :)