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I've posted three photos at http://public.fotki.com/disjecta/ for those who
care to take a look.

First, we had what appear to be two more "escapees" on Pine Lake (the first
being the Silver Pheasant, whom we've never seen again.) Two Muscovy ducks
arrived for the day, and they ruled the place like they owned it. They even chased
a neighbor's dog out of the water!

Second, when I was photographing the Muscovy ducks, a male Mallard paddled by
with a huge fish in his bill, at least, it was huge for him. He carried
around for the longest time, and when he dropped it, he was really upset. I've
never seen this before. I've always thought Mallards were unable to carry things
in their mouths. I understood that females must fashion their nests out of
whatever materials they can gather from around their bodies because they can't
carry things in their bills. Hmmmm. Exception to every rule, I guess.

And finally, I need your help with a positive ID of the photo titled
"Greenie". I cannot tell if this bird is a Green Heron or an American Bittern. You can
find them at the link below.


Enjoy the sun!
Linda Davey
on Pine Lake
Sammamish, WA