Monday, October 25, 2010

Views From the Water's Edge

Below are a series of photographs taken from the water's edge of beautiful Lake Michigan and scenic North Pond in Lincoln Park.


A colorful male Wood Duck wades in the cool waters of North Pond

 
A lone Semipalmated Plover scans the shoreline for tasty treats

 
A Northern Shoveler glides on a reflective pond


One of several Horned Larks seen foraging along the beach


A handsome Peregrine Falcon stands in the shallows of Lake Michigan


A striking Killdeer enjoys a sunny day at Montrose Beach


A stunning Hooded Merganser swims in a sunlit pond


A Black-bellied Plover searches the shoreline for delectable morsels of food


A pretty Dunlin gets doused by Lake Michigan waters ...


and recovers quite nicely


A most beautiful autumn day at North Pond


A diminutive Pied-billed Grebe delights in a morning swim


A tiny Sanderling searches the shoreline for sustenance

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28 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 25, 2010 at 8:13 PM

    Julie..always a treat to see a new post...this one is absolutely stunning! Your first photo of the wood duck is amazing...the depth of color and detail are exquisite!! You have an amazing eye for beauty!!

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  2. Dan HuberOctober 25, 2010 at 8:14 PM

    Your photos each and every one are amazing. I love the peregrine especially. Thanks for sharing these wonders.

    dan

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  3. BirdGalAlcatrazOctober 25, 2010 at 8:25 PM

    Julie, your photos are just staggering in their beauty. Every one a gem. I think the beautiful male Wood Duck is the most gorgeous I have seen. All of these are stunning!

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  4. UnknownOctober 25, 2010 at 8:37 PM

    Wow! Your images are stunning. Thank you for sharing!

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  5. Whimbrel NatureOctober 25, 2010 at 8:41 PM

    Great post Julie! You managed to get some tight shots of some really great birds.

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  6. Dawn FineOctober 25, 2010 at 8:46 PM

    Wonderful Julie!!!!!

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  7. Kimberley WakelinOctober 25, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    Wow! Absolutely stunning photographs. I tried, in vain, to select a favorite but they're all fantastic :)

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  8. Cathy BuetiOctober 26, 2010 at 7:05 AM

    These are amazing!! I especially like the one with the water splashing up around the bird! Wow!

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  9. PoetessWugOctober 26, 2010 at 7:40 AM

    You must have been out there for hours getting these shots!! The birds look like they were just posing in between meals for you! :-) Beautiful, as usual!

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  10. holdingmomentsOctober 26, 2010 at 11:53 AM

    Stunning pictures!
    The Peregrine and Hooded Merganser are superb.

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  11. JRandSueOctober 26, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    My God,what a fantastic treat,superb photography.
    Your Wood Duck image is amazing.
    John.

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  12. Jen SanfordOctober 26, 2010 at 12:06 PM

    Gorgeous photos! I especially love the Dunlin getting splashed and the Horned Lark!

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  13. cindyzlogicOctober 26, 2010 at 1:28 PM

    Wow!! Awesome photos, Julie! My favorite is the vividly colorful Wood Duck!!

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  14. Beverly EversonOctober 26, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    All are beautiful birds and gorgeous photographs but I especially love the shot of the peregrine falcon!! Great job, Julie!!

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  15. Kenny SalazarOctober 26, 2010 at 9:22 PM

    Dunlin getting doused is my fave. Great shots Julie!

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  16. Patricia/TriskettaOctober 27, 2010 at 12:48 PM

    Julie, I've just spent the loveliest time browsing through your latest posts. Breathtaking and evocative--every image is a work of art. Bravo!! :)

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  17. moonlightOctober 27, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    beautiful.

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  18. Debbie Miller @HooootOwlOctober 28, 2010 at 12:56 AM

    Lovin' that Falcon, Merganser and Dunlin, all wonderful as always! Beautiful post.

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  19. LúciaOctober 30, 2010 at 10:55 AM

    All of them are so beautiful!!!
    It's so nice to see these animals free! The photo from the Dunlin is superb!!!!
    Congratulations!
    Have a nice weekend. :o)

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  20. LifeRamblingsOctober 30, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    these are such awesome captures, very colourful and appealing shots. i enjoy these very much. well done. hope you have a wonderful week.

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  21. AnonymousOctober 31, 2010 at 5:59 AM

    these photos are so beautiful!
    I didn't know the Peregrine Falcon was a water bird ;-)

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  22. moonlightNovember 2, 2010 at 12:08 AM

    My favourite one is the Semipalmated Plover in the shore.

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  23. Needful FriendsNovember 3, 2010 at 12:23 PM

    awsome photos, fantastic colours ;O)

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  24. UnknownNovember 4, 2010 at 6:32 AM

    I have really enjoyed these pictures. It's amazing the texture you've got to water.
    Greetings from Spain.

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  25. Weekend CowgirlNovember 4, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    These bird shots are awesome. Wonderful photography. Wonderful birds!

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  26. Mike B.November 5, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    Your photos are incredible. The wood duck shot is good enough for a poster. Thanks for sharing.

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  27. Julie G.November 11, 2010 at 7:40 PM

    A very gracious thank you for all the thoughtful comments. Your especially kind words mean so much to me. I am very appreciative.

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  28. UnknownDecember 28, 2010 at 4:10 PM

    Julie,
    These are beautiful. All shot near your house?
    Keep them coming.

    jim

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