21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
In Love
The American Avocets breed around wetlands in dry parts of interior North America. Their mating involves a complex sequence of displays and is initiated by the female. Here, a crossing of the bills from both partners signals the end of their love making.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 04.2022 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2023 |
| Photo Location: | San Jose, California, United States of America |
| Camera: | Canon EOS 90D |
| Copyright: | © Jean Zuo |