It seems like there are more Hooded Mergansers around this winter. They tend to swim away when they see you looking at them but a few were more cooperative.
The females are less flashy, but still have a good crest.
Showing off for the ladies.
They spend a lot of time diving, especially just when you're about to photograph them!
With the short winter days, I see the sunrise, if it's not too cloudy to see the sun at all!
There are a few other birds around, like House Finches and Dark-eyed Juncos.
And, of course, the gulls and bright eyed crows.
Pests or not, I always enjoy seeing the deer.
When I saw this photo on the computer, I was amused to see what looks like a mosquito. For someone from Saskatchewan, it's surprising to find insects around in the middle of winter.
And just as bizarre to have flowers blooming year round.
A batch of photos wouldn't be complete without a few attempts at abstracts.
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