With some light rain falling this morning, I decided to check a few beaches on Milwaukee’s lakefront. Bradford Beach had 1 Sempalmated Plover and 21 Sanderlings. I took a few shots when the rain let up. Always so cute to see the Sanderlings running up and down the beach, in and out in search of things to eat. McKinley Beach and Lakeshore State Park had nothing today, at least when I stopped. It was a foggy morning, slight drizzle at times and light winds from the east. Images were taken on September 10, 2019.
Semipalmated Plover
Semipalmated Plover going for something here…
Semipalmated Plover with a Sanderling in the background…
Just looking…
Sanderling with something in the bill…
Sanderling getting something….
Sanderling, the wing stretch…
Sanderling reflection…
The bug goes flying!
Sanderling, something in the bill…
Sanderlings, three of a kind…
Just looking…
More food in the bill…
Waiting for the next wave, and then getting the next food…
Sensitive shots of a sweet bird.
Nice photos, Jim!
Thank you so much for your photos. I grew up outside Kenosha in Pleasant Prairie but now live in New Mexico and receive a balm every time I see your talented photography and all the birds of Lake Michigan area. Thank you for sharing your skill and passion and knowledge!