These two Wigeons are part of a large flock (approximately two hundred) feeding off sea weed near shore. A good number of the Wigeons decided it was easier to steal from the others rather than dive for their own. This sequence of five shots is typical as one Wigeon spies another with some food. There is a great deal of splashing as both Wigeons begin paddling at a furious rate. The chase begins ...


Sinclair Inlet, Port Orchard WA