Red-necked Grebe

by Ron on May 21, 2008

Red-necked Grebe

A Red-necked Grebe from last week in Wasilla, Alaska.

 It is easy to see how this bird earned it’s name.  It was a gloomy evening, but using flash saved the day with this photo by bring out the rich color in this birds plumage.

Here are more Alaska photos.

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{ 3 comments… read them below or add one }

Dave Taylor May 21, 2008 at 9:28 pm

Beautiful bird and image Ron, great use of fill flash – very subtle

Beth Lunsford May 22, 2008 at 7:11 am

I didn’t know they had rednecks in Alaska!! Just joking!! Beautiful shot! Looks like he/ she has a built in fur collar for the coldness! Beautiful bird!Such gorgeous colors. Stay safe!

Ron May 22, 2008 at 9:53 am

Thanks for the comments!

That is funny Beth!

Ron

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