Tree shots of a wayward Northern shoveler coming in for a landing in the deep fresh snow, then deciding to take a nap.

Top Image: Air brakes on.


Rough Landing.


Nap-time.

Note: This male Shoveler forgot to go south this winter. He is presently residing in a small open stream along with about 50 Mallards and American blacks. A few days ago, a wayward northern Pintail also joined this small flock.