Killdeer Shorebird at Drakes Beach Mudflat
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:38:28 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures a Killdeer, a distinctive shorebird, standing on muddy ground near dried grasses at Drakes Beach. The bird's characteristic brown and white plumage with black breast bands is clearly visible as it appears to be foraging or surveying its territory. The setting shows a typical coastal mudflat environment with disturbed, wet soil and sparse vegetation. The shallow depth of field keeps focus on the bird while the foreground grasses provide natural framing.
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