By Bob Bell
LaSalle Marina is a great place to see ducks during the winter months, including many species such as the Common Goldeneye, which have migrated south for the winter. Late in the winter, it can be very entertaining to watch the antics of the males, as they perform for the females by throwing their heads back — they end up creating an illusion of a “water rabbit!”
In this photo, do you see a duck, a rabbit, or both?
About Bob:
Robert (Bob) Bell is an exploration geologist who had to retire after contracting Lyme disease. After settling in Ancaster, he quickly discovered the therapeutic benefits of birding as a coping mechanism for dealing with his chronic pain and illness. He is the author of “Out of the Lyme Light and into the Sunlight: Birding as Therapy for the Chronically Ill.” Bob is passionate about sharing his joy of birds and birding, and has given a number of talks on this subject on behalf of BurlingtonGreen. He would be delighted to have you follow his book and birding activity, by sending a friend request to https://www.facebook.com/TheBirderBob/, or by following him on Twitter at @ThebirderBob, BlueSky at @thebirderbob.bsky.social, or Instagram, @thebirderbob.
