Duck and Gull Resting in Flooded Wetland Rice Field
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:07:02 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
This wildlife photograph captures two birds - a brown mallard duck on the left and a white gull on the right - standing on a narrow strip of grass and mud surrounded by shallow water. Behind them, rows of young rice plants emerge from the flooded field, creating vertical lines of green against the brown stalks. The scene depicts the seasonal flooding of agricultural wetlands, where wildlife and farming coexist. The long telephoto lens compresses the perspective, emphasizing the layers of water, vegetation, and the birds' peaceful coexistence in this transitional habitat.
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