Folks!
May I
Introduce
The shovelers.
Their bills are special.
Wide with comb-like strainers
They sweep the water’s surface
Back and forth, swishing and slurping,
Straining out plankton and crustaceans,
Cleaning the water as they eat their lunch.
“Whadda ya say, Missus? Wanna go for a swim?”
“Naaaaah. I’m good. Just catchin’ a few rays.”
**Photo by friend, Sonia.
wordsfromanneli 
January 22, 2026 at 12:45 am
They’re very serious about their water cleaning! A great picture and I enjoyed their conversation. 😊
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January 22, 2026 at 12:45 am
Nice shot. These are really cool ducks. Spotted a trio at a nearby park a few weeks ago.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:32 am
Thanks for the beautiful photo, Anneli, and an excellent example of how life works for our good.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:42 am
The Northern Shovelers’ bill has real style. Cute photo of this pair Anneli. Allan
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January 22, 2026 at 6:32 am
I really enjoyed seeing the shovelers. 💗🌺
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January 22, 2026 at 6:48 am
I’ve only seen them a few times, such amazing ducks! Fine photo.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:49 am
You have talented friends (the photographer)
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January 22, 2026 at 6:59 am
They are beautiful ducks! ❤️😊
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January 22, 2026 at 7:28 am
I adore the Jimmy Durante schnoze on shovelers. The first time I saw them, I couldn’t believe it. Now I’m excited whenever they stop by during migration.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:43 am
Shiny shovelers skim succulent snacks.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:55 am
The shovelers, slurping!!! This a a good poem Anneli, sending a 🤗 and big 😊, Marsha
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