Incoming #1
by Gerry Sibell
Title
Incoming #1
Artist
Gerry Sibell
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Photograph
Description
This is an early morning image of two greater prairie chickens. Once abundant, these birds have become quite scarce and in some places gone. They need to have short grass to do their dance. Conservation agencies are working hard to replace the habitat for these beautiful birds. The lek or "booming grounds" are where the chickens do their dance. Very fascinating to watch these birds defend their territory when another one intrudes!
This is the first time I have been able to watch these amazing birds do their mating rituals. To do this, a person has to be in the blind at least an hour before sunrise so the birds aren't scared off. For me, this was getting out of bed at 3:45 AM. Not something I want to make a habit of!
However, it was an extremely fun and interesting time watching these birds "do their thing"!
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May 6th, 2012
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