Double-Crested Cormorants Perched on Utility Pole at Sunset
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:42:49 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
This photograph captures two double-crested cormorants in a classic resting pose at the Yolo Bypass Wetlands. One bird commands the top of a weathered wooden utility pole while its companion perches on the sagging power line below. The birds display the characteristic dark plumage and hooked bills of their species. The composition is set against a serene blue sky with wisps of pink clouds suggesting golden hour lighting. The vertical pole creates a strong compositional element, with the metal hardware and drooping cable adding industrial texture to this natural wildlife moment.
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