Under my Wing

A young American Oystercatcher seeks the safety and comfort of his parent. Jr. is getting too big to fit but mom does her best to comfort him.

Breakfast with Dad

I have been photographing this Oyster Catcher for numerous years and when I found out that finally after 10 unsuccessful years they had a successful hatch of 2 chicks this year! I had to see them. I waited about 1 week. I arrived before sunrise and stayed in one place on my belly and waited. As of today the 2 chicks have been banded A64 and A65 .

Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology