I always wonder how birds always know just when to take off. Do they all hear or see the same thing that makes them take flight? I assume it must be that and maybe partly reacting to others taking flight.
Hari OM That is a lovely shot, indeed. There is no 'leader' in geese (or most other flocks). Very much a shared community thing and all the 'chatter' you hear going on is much like ours. 'How about this tasty grass?' ... 'Have you seen Fantail recently?'... 'Hey you lot, there are better pickings over here...' and off they go to see if it's true or not!
I've often wondered about that do-it-all-at-the-same-time thing as well. It is like they have some silent communication going on between them all that we are unaware of.
I think they have a special radar that keeps them flying in one direction and not bumping into each other like people do. put a crowd of people and try to get them to all do something at the same time and you get chaos. except of course trained dancers do it.
Amazing !! I can hear one of thenm crying loud "Look...Rose is coming! Let's all fly in a formation and give her a terrific shot !!" :)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) AND...so they flew :)))))) And everyone in Aminus3 lived happily ever after :)) Devi :)
I've always wondered how they can take off & not crash into each other!
To answer your question...you need tag number/color...where located (legs, wing, neck). Location of where it was seen. Alive or dead. Sometimes there are letters within the tag. Sometimes a 2nd tag is found (usually metal)
The link I provided will ask all kinds of questions such as above.
I think the flap of one wing is like a starter's pistol to the rest. nature is cruel; the swift escape the predator, the hesitant become a meat eater's lunch. what amazes me is the close proximity in which they fly without tangling wings.
Great picture! So clear and sharp! 💖
ReplyDeleteWow, the detail and clarity of the in-flight birds is wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteNice action shot. I've wondered the same thing.
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely shot, indeed. There is no 'leader' in geese (or most other flocks). Very much a shared community thing and all the 'chatter' you hear going on is much like ours. 'How about this tasty grass?' ... 'Have you seen Fantail recently?'... 'Hey you lot, there are better pickings over here...' and off they go to see if it's true or not!
The Canada Goose, which you have here, is known for 13 distinct vocalisations... YAM xx
I've often wondered about that do-it-all-at-the-same-time thing as well. It is like they have some silent communication going on between them all that we are unaware of.
ReplyDeleteOne of the very best I've seen you post! Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI think they have a special radar that keeps them flying in one direction and not bumping into each other like people do. put a crowd of people and try to get them to all do something at the same time and you get chaos. except of course trained dancers do it.
ReplyDeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteThe photo is perfect, clear and the lighting is just right. Great shot.
Enjoy your day, wishing you a happy new week ahead.
Fabulous action shot
ReplyDeleteAmazing !! I can hear one of thenm crying loud "Look...Rose is coming! Let's all fly in a formation and give her a terrific shot !!"
ReplyDelete:))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
AND...so they flew :))))))
And everyone in Aminus3 lived happily ever after :))
Devi :)
A marvelous capture of these birds taking off. The variety of wing positions is excellent.
ReplyDeleteI've often wished I knew what animals were thinking.
ReplyDeleteLove the photo.
What a nice clear shot of the takeoff. I like to watch them land on the water too.
ReplyDeleteI wonder that too! Even at the bird feeders, it's just a flash and they are all gone. This is a wonderful picture, Rose! The colors are fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI've always wondered how they can take off & not crash into each other!
ReplyDeleteTo answer your question...you need tag number/color...where located (legs, wing, neck). Location of where it was seen. Alive or dead. Sometimes there are letters within the tag. Sometimes a 2nd tag is found (usually metal)
The link I provided will ask all kinds of questions such as above.
It does seem that when one takes off they all do.Makes for good picture opportunities .
ReplyDeleteI had never thought of it until I read Hootin' Anni's question. With such a mob, how do you avoid collisions?
ReplyDeleteA fabulous view of these geese in flight! A great action image. I wonder the same thing!
ReplyDeleteI think the flap of one wing is like a starter's pistol to the rest. nature is cruel; the swift escape the predator, the hesitant become a meat eater's lunch. what amazes me is the close proximity in which they fly without tangling wings.
ReplyDeleteLook at all those wonderful geese taking off! Great picture Rose.
ReplyDelete~Sheri