This family of Dikkops were observed in Richmond Hill this weekend. I am always amazed at how many birds manage to adapt to city life. My only hope is that they move to a less populated area, where there will be more chance for the chick to survive.
For a picture of the whole family, go to Port Elizabeth Daily Photo.
I also hope they move to a place where the little one can be brought up savely. On the other hand they sat on and protected the egg for the incubation period so they may just have a save spot and this was just a day out on the town.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird! A truly amazing photo!
ReplyDeleteLook at her eye - so large and yellow - almost like a cat's eye. Such a stunning photo. I hope the young one will make it safely into adulthood. You are so blessed with the willife you have to photograph Max-e.
ReplyDeleteA cool shot of a beautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteOh, how sweet! My mother told me about Dikkops from when she used to live in Africa. Now I know what they look like.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of these....I love learning new things!
ReplyDeleteGreat photograph
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous photo of this dikkops. I've never seen one before.
ReplyDeleteAnd here is my favorite subject, lol, the birds. Very nice shot, and so close too. Anna :)
ReplyDeletewhat cuties i have never seen these before fabulous birds
ReplyDeleteI live nearby in Bolton and grew up in Toronto. It never ceases to amaze me as to how mother nature adapts to urban development. Never fear, the chick will find a way to survive.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture. I still have a hard time believing it was taken in Richmond Hill.