the 'textured' pattern showing on the bill may be the vibration-detectors that are actually inside - these water-birds can feed day or night with this inherent asset.
I was surprised to learn that this bird
weight approx. 78 grams. With a bill like
it has I might’ve thought it’d be much heavier.
mighty good sized koi-carp too!
Reading: Royal Spoonbill
It's bill is as big as one of my wooden spoons!!! And those Koi fish are enormous!!...:)JP
ReplyDeleteStunning photos and video of this spoonbill.
ReplyDeletePerfect photographed, my compliments Carole.
i like his head shaking routine. :) neat bill, for sure!
ReplyDeletethat is a huge bill. what a neat bird. so unusual. ( :
ReplyDeleteHow does he hold that beak up???
ReplyDeleteWhat a magnificent creature this is, Carole!
I like that pattern on the bill. There must be a reason. To break up the reflection when under water?
ReplyDeleteEste ave es impresionante, muy bonitas las fotografías. Un saludo desde España, Carole.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful spoonbill! I wonder what the offspring would look like if these mated with our Roseate Spoonbills? Anyway, I enjoyed the photos and video so much. Thank you!
ReplyDeletethanks for your comments all, and to John, I've added a little note on the post answering your comment, "the 'textured' pattern showing on the bill may be the vibration-detectors that are actually inside - these water-birds can feed day or night with this inherent asset."
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a very cool bill! Actually, a nice looking bird!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a fascinating bird Carole. I especially love this first shot and also think he has such beautiful eyes. So wise looking. Great photo op i think
ReplyDeleteSometimes there's a lot to be said for photographing captive birds. It allows close ups and chance to appreciate the features you would miss on a wild bird, often at a distance and with less than 100% views or enough time.
ReplyDeleteReally a treat, Carole. I get to see all your exotic birds, most of which we do not have here.
ReplyDeleteCarole , what a cool bird.. The Spoonbills are neat.. Awesome photos and video.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fascinating bird this is Carole. I like the color combination. His bill is awsome and his weight is apr. 78 gram?? I would have never thought that.
ReplyDeleteYou has made this magnificent bird or not photographed in the wild, but that does not matter. Now he's pretty close, and what a beauty !!!
ReplyDeleteMovie is also very beautiful!