Northern Shoveler Drake Foraging in Shallow Wetland Pool
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:39:40 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
A male Northern Shoveler duck stands in shallow water surrounded by mudflats and sparse grass stubble. The duck displays classic breeding plumage with an iridescent green head, chestnut flanks, white breast, and black tail coverts. His distinctive oversized, spatulate bill is clearly visible as he forages in the shallow water. The wetland habitat shows signs of recent flooding or seasonal water fluctuation, with muddy ground transitioning to greener grass in the background. The photograph was taken with a telephoto lens, creating a compressed perspective that isolates the subject against the textured landscape.
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