Pair of Blue-winged Teal Resting in Wetland Waters

Pair of Blue-winged Teal Resting in Wetland Waters

Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 11:10:32 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands

This wildlife photograph captures two Blue-winged Teal ducks floating peacefully in calm wetland waters. The ducks display characteristic mottled brown plumage and are positioned in the foreground against rippling water. Behind them, a muddy shoreline transitions to patchy grassland, showing the seasonal wetland landscape. The image was taken with a telephoto lens, creating a compressed perspective that emphasizes the birds while softly blurring the background. The lighting appears natural and even, suggesting an overcast day or soft morning/evening light.

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