Some more of the birds we saw along the way in the slideshow, but my fave shot of the day was this…
Pink Flamenco
After walking through the reserve, we then took Cal to see the incubation part, and one of the wardens gave a show and tell.
baby making
meet and greet
hello
Cal got to stroke the duck baby
new friend
after the duckfest we went off in search of the cafe, going past the insect garden where flowers were just springing into action
then Cal wanted to be carried as he needed a rest
carry me Grandad!
CARRY ME!!!
luckily there was a playground in sight and Cal found a 2nd (?3rd?4th) wind.
intransigent pal
so that’s the last of our trip to Wetlands Trust Nature Reserve at Washington
Tomorrow we are in charge of Phil’s other grandson Matty, and this is a first time for us. Looking forward to it, and there maybe a few photo’s of the event. 🙂
laters gaters
😉
The pink flamingo is gorgeous. You caught this one in the right moment. Fab shot.
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thanks, a good bit of luck!
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… and a quick reaction. I normally ruin these images because I am a “slow motion” shooter! 😉
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Wow,seeing that flamingo posing for you… How amazing, crossed legs an all;)!!!!! My favorite as well.
So nice to see Cal having fun with you guys. And loving His Grampa;) fantastic outing fraggy
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thanks Kathy, 🙂
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Nice flowers and sunny day to our winter 🙂
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thanks Francis, could do with a bit more sun, it’s very changeable here at the moment, strong winds so not the best for outings.
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That is an awesome photo of the flamingo. It looks like it’s ready for a hug 🙂
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🙂
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They’re brave kids! I was always scared of those teeter totters growing up.
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not sure what a teeter totter is (presume ducks?) but hope you’ve managed to conquer your fear by now 🙂
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Oh ha it’s actually that thing they’re on in the last photo. If the other person gets off unexpectedly you can come crashing down and fall hard on your butt or worse.
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OH I love that one, she totally looks like a showgirl showing off her naughty bits. Not shy at all!
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haha yes, her name was Lola….
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Cal is so cute. I love the flamingo shot too. Those birds fascinate me. I think one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen was 3 bright pink flamingos flying in the clear blue sky one day on the beach in Mexico. Beautiful!
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Now that would be cool to see them fly! One day I hope.
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cute ducks… the most popular and common bird of our region and in our plates – duck gastronomy “oblige”… 🙂
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