Double-Crested Cormorant Preening on Power Lines at Dusk
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 11:27:49 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
A large water bird, identified as a double-crested cormorant, is captured in silhouette as it engages in preening behavior while perched on power lines. The bird's characteristic hooked orange beak is visible as it grooms its dark plumage, with its neck curved downward toward its body. The image is shot from below against a clear blue sky at dusk, creating a dramatic backlit effect that emphasizes the bird's distinctive profile and the geometric lines of the electrical infrastructure. The harsh lighting conditions have rendered the bird mostly in shadow, highlighting its shape and behavior rather than detailed plumage.
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