Beauty Within the Wetlands #4

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Comments


Heather Mellon

Very interesting shot.. and bird, Debra. Such a peaceful scene with the shimmering ripples and beautiful tones surrounding this lovely young bird. From a distance it certainly has swan features but it's hard to say for sure. Very nicely captured.

Debra Plett

Thanks very much for the feedback and commenting on type of bird. I just am not sure either. She seems a bit young to be on her own but there was no adult swans around.

Jane LeBlanc

I love shots like this, but I can't help you with the species of bird. Sorry

Debra Plett

Thanks Jane. I know this is a tough one to narrow down.

Yves Langlois

Calm and serene shot Debra. Very moody. Agree with you about the beautyful reflection on the rippling water. The bird is nicely position here. Appreciate the light blue ripples (Botom right corner) that pairs with the same colour around the bird. Great compo.

Debra Plett

Thank you Yves. I agree with you about the light blue ripples. It must have been the way the wind and light were hitting those two spots.

Description
The soft rippling of the marsh grass reflecting in the pond drew my attention to this little sweetheart floating in the warmth of the sunshine. AI tells me this is a juvenile mute swan. She seemed to be the only bird like this. I am not sure if she has been separated from her family. Your thoughts are welcome on what kind of water bird this might be.
Taken By
Debra Plett
Taken On
September 12, 2025
Tagged
swan marsh wetlands nature outdoors pond water land animal bird duck water_resources beak vertebrate ducks wildlife water_bird liquid lake
Assignments
Wildlife
  • Focal: 600
  • Lens Model: Sony FE 200–600mm F5.6–6.3 G OSS (SEL200600G)
  • Shutter speed: 0.000625 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 9

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