Rampant in the Wind by Carl Olsen
CAMERA: NIKON D90
LENS: SIGMA APO 150-500mm @ 500mm
Two hooded merganser drakes on a breezy day. The “starburst” is created by wind blowing on the merganser’s crest.
Taken near Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Canada.
Hood down – That looks more like a duck!
Comments
So cute Carl, love the hair do.
Aren’t they though? The male rarely displays the crest fully erect for more than a moment, but when they do they remind me of a cartoon duck. They’re fascinating to watch, as their head profile is constantly changing, even without the wind.
– Carl Olsen
Wonderful animals and a great action shot!
Thank you Cynthia. Yes, I agree these are marvelous little ducks!
– Carl Olsen
Wonderful capture, good colour and detail!
Thank you Meladana! As you can see, the wing coloring of these ducks is both complex and subtle.
– Carl Olsen
He is so cute!! Just love him!
Thanks Rose! If we ever get a sunny day again I’ll try for some more shots.
– Carl Olsen
wonderful!
Thank you Charmiene – much appreciated!
– Carl Olsen