A duck with yellow eyes
Standing on a rock and stares
At me with such intent
Ripley Waterfowl ConservancyPassionate and leading-edge aviculturists and educators. One of the largest collections of birds in North America. Home to over 80 species, totaling 400 birds from around the world. A breeding facility focused on maintaining genetic diversity of rare and endangered species. An education center for the next generation of conservationists.
~from
Ripley's website~

















A twisted neck crane
preening in the morning sun.
Watching it, I feel calm.