Young Woody Flies In

Earlier this week we had several wood storks show up in the marsh. They were all adults except for this one juvenile that I was keeping an eye on because I was interested to see how he would get along with all the other birds.

He stayed with the adults for a short while, then abruptly took off on his own and performed a nice landing over on the near edge of the pond area.

The youngster was a great flyer and looked like he would be just fine!

20 thoughts on “Young Woody Flies In”

Lyle Krahn on July 9, 2014 at 3:26 pm said:

Looks like no crash landings for this fine young bird.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 9, 2014 at 4:28 pm said:
  
  Yes indeed, no crash landing for the young stork this time but you never know. 🙂
  
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acuriousgal on July 9, 2014 at 4:24 pm said:

Beautiful pic, nice reflection

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- Phil Lanoue on July 9, 2014 at 4:29 pm said:
  
  Well thanks very much I’m glad you liked seeing young Woody.
  
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The Dancing Rider on July 9, 2014 at 5:16 pm said:

Reflections are gorgeous. He’s a very talented little guy – he’s got quite a bit of finesse for a young ‘un. Love how he stretches every part of his foot in anticipation of the landing. And a fine landing it was! Cute guy!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 9, 2014 at 6:17 pm said:
  
  He is a cute little guy and considerably skinny compared to the adults. Odd but interesting birds though!
  
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Linda on July 9, 2014 at 7:18 pm said:

Beautiful bird, you have so much nature where you are, in the Marsh, I love it, and beautiful picture!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 9, 2014 at 7:34 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Linda! Wood storks can be a little rough looking but this juvie almost looks chicken like. 🙂
  
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Gunta on July 9, 2014 at 9:13 pm said:

A very graceful landing and the reflections are superb.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 10, 2014 at 4:09 pm said:
  
  The wood storks are generally quite elegant flyers but can be a bit rough to look at up close. I like them very much though.
  
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Bella Remy Photography on July 9, 2014 at 10:20 pm said:

He is so funky looking. Don’t think I’ve seen a juvenile stork before

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- Phil Lanoue on July 10, 2014 at 4:10 pm said:
  
  The youngsters can be hysterical as they tend to act up a bit but then are quickly put in their place by an older, cranky adult.
  
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foxleylady on July 10, 2014 at 6:06 am said:

Teenage independence kicking in!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 10, 2014 at 4:11 pm said:
  
  It sure is! Thanks very much Maggie!
  
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Mike Powell on July 10, 2014 at 6:58 am said:

I think the judges would give him extra points for style as he sticks the landing. Super series of shots!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 10, 2014 at 4:11 pm said:
  
  He sure did stick the landing! Quick learner too for a youngster, but I guess he has to be if he wants to make it in the big boy world. 🙂
  
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anotherday2paradise on July 10, 2014 at 1:37 pm said:

Nothing wrong with Woody’s landing gear, Phil. Nice shots. 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on July 10, 2014 at 4:13 pm said:
  
  He deploys that landing gear like an aged veteran for sure Sylvia!
  
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Pat on July 10, 2014 at 6:22 pm said:

Beautiful shots of this cool bird. Love the reflections.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 11, 2014 at 10:58 am said:
  
  Thanks much Pat, I’m glad you enjoyed seeing young Woody!
  
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