There is no better way for an avid birder to wish everyone Happy Valentines Day than to share a photo of a very special bird. This juvenile Roseate Spoonbill posed nicely for me in the wetlands of Everglades National Park near Everglades City, FL.
Like many other avian species, the prominent features of the bird give it its name. Its awkward looking bill is offset by the delicate pink feathers of this much-admired bird.
So for my Photo of the Week, I again wish you Happy Valentines Day!
© Bruce Stambaugh2019
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Writer, marketer, columnist, author, photographer, birder, walker, hiker, husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, township trustee, converted Anabaptist, community activist, my life is crammed with all things people and nature and wonder. My late father gave me this penchant for giving and getting the most out of life, my late mother the courtesy, kindness, and creativity to see the joy in life. They both taught me to cherish the people I am with. I try and fail and try again.
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Happy Valentine’s Day from Bangladesh!! This is a beautiful bird! I was privileged to photograph it near Shreve, when it showed up. I had stopped by the Plains Road near Berlin where it had also been sighted, but only ever saw lots of Amish birders, but no bird!
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Thanks, Marland. What are you doing in Bangladesh? How long will you be there?
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Visiting our son, who has been there 20 years! We did take a team of 2 couples, and showed them around the country, but they have left! We are returning March 1! Not missing the Ohio weather!
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That’s great, Marland! Enjoy your time with your son.
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Bruce, I saw this bird for the first time last year on Sanibel Island. It really is exceptional.
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Yes, they are! Thanks for sharing.
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