I went back out on Saturday afternoon to see if the Brown Pelican was still at Middle Concho Park. He was, still sitting on the same buoy. He had been seen earlier flying nearby, but this must be his favorite perch. The lighting was still not very good. Even though it was later in the day, with no clouds and a bright sun, the conditions were less than perfect. Such is the way of a professional wildlife photographer. We have to dance with the lady we brought. Try to make lemonade from the lemons.
The pelican wasn’t very active. Mostly perched, and occasionally preened and posed for me in various positions. Here is how I in interpreted those poses.
I hope you enjoyed these photos, and my captions. Click on any image to see an enlargement.
Nice images, Bob. Middle Concho Park is quite the gem. Sure wish I’d found it before we left for San Antonio.
Thanks, Jim, I appreciate it.
I swear you made friends with this bird, he seems to have liked the attention. Wonderful pictures! 🙂
Thanks, Lisa. I guess it does seem that I have a way with animals, and birds. 🙂
Great pics Bob, and the captions fit just perfect : )
Thanks, Julie, I appreciate it. 🙂
Great pics and captions, Bob! 🙂 The ‘betcha can’t do this’ pose looks uncomfortable! I would like to think that when he sets off back to where he should be (?) he will be taking some of your pics with him to show his pals!
Thanks so much, Jo. I always love your comments. Yes, he definitely looks uncomfortable in that pose. I think it was yawning extra wide. 🙂
WHAT was in its mouth?
Nothing was in it’s mouth, Jane. It has a large soft pouch, and when he tucked his head back and yawned, the pouch kinda draped over it’s spine or shoulder.
Thanks, Bob, I wondered about that option.
loved your titles…still laughing over “betcha can’t do this”..great photos and good laugh..
Thanks, Syl. My favorite is “Hmmm….what have we here.” But that is just me. 🙂
Fabulous captions, Bob! And I love the pelican poses, too.
Thanks, Babs. Glad you love my sense of humor. 🙂
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Glad your subject was still there for you! Love your captions, cute!
Thanks, Amy, I am glad you enjoy my sense of humor. 🙂