Red-winged Blackbird in Windswept Wetland Grasses
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:10:21 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
This wildlife photograph captures a red-winged blackbird amid a sea of wind-blown grasses at the Yolo Bypass Wetlands. The bird's black plumage and characteristic red shoulder patches (epaulets) are visible in the center of the frame, surrounded by layers of green and golden grasses moving in different directions. The shallow depth of field creates a soft, painterly quality to the vegetation in the foreground and background, while the bird remains the focal point. The image conveys the dynamic nature of wetland habitats in spring, with new growth creating dense vegetation cover.
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