Nature Walks – The Northern Shoveler

All of my fall birds and water fowls are just beginning to come in for the season. They are still testing out the waters, so to speak, so right now there are just a few coming in at a time. There was one Northern Shoveler who was just having a grand time, without a care in the world, and she wasn’t phased in the least by my presence. So I enjoyed the opportunity to just snap away. I know this is a lady shoveler because of her coloring. The males are a lot more colorful and vibrant.

Shovelers get their name because of their spoon-like beak that allows them to “shovel” in their food.

Every season has its beauty and every season has its visitors. I enjoy them all.

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Author: ajeanneinthekitchen

I have worked in the restaurant and catering industry for over 35 years. I attended 2 culinary schools in Southern California, and have a degree in culinary arts from the Southern California School of Culinary Arts, as well as a few other degrees in other areas. I love to cook and I love to feed people.

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