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Photographs taken with a compact camera journaling everyday life in Central Massachusetts and beyond.

Springtime Pond and Meadow

Along with the arrival of the stately Canada Geese each Spring at Wachusett Meadow, I look forward to the quiet presence of the brilliantly iridescent male Mallard and the subtly colored female Mallard with her surprising blue spot. I especially enjoy the spunky Hooded Mergansers, the male flaunting his bold stripes, and both male and female sporting their punk hairdos.

About the author jmankowsky

I live in Central Massachusetts in the United States--a wonderful area for nature, art and culture. Using a compact camera, I celebrate daily life found here in a variety of local landscapes throughout the changing seasons.

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  1. neihtn2012 April 8, 2019 at 3:24 PM

    Were the two Canada Geese competing for attention from some female goose?

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    1. jmankowsky April 8, 2019 at 10:08 PM

      That is a (usually quiet) pair who just like to make a dramatic entrance on the pond as they slide in.😊

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  2. tanjabrittonwriter April 8, 2019 at 9:16 PM

    Waterfowl watching is so much fun and so rewarding. Unlike man other birds, they often stay in place and allow us to take their portraits. 😊

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    1. jmankowsky April 8, 2019 at 10:12 PM

      I especially enjoy the geese. They always check in with me if I sit by the edge of the pond quietly. So sweet!

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    1. jmankowsky April 8, 2019 at 10:10 PM

      Thanks! I love to watch and photograph water fowl. They stay put long enough so you can get better pics.

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      1. kstites@abundantlydistracted April 8, 2019 at 10:25 PM

        They do have a pretty relaxed attitude about things. 🙂

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  4. Elece April 10, 2019 at 10:50 PM

    I like the last one which looks like a painting and also the unusual view of the Canadian goose with its head down . Both beautiful shots.

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    1. jmankowsky April 11, 2019 at 5:06 PM

      Thanks so much. I love Canadian geese!

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  5. elmdriveimages April 16, 2019 at 2:56 PM

    Great images with good composition.

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    1. jmankowsky April 16, 2019 at 7:52 PM

      Thanks! I’m glad you stopped by!

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