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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Nine Geese Rising

We often see the familiar "V" formation of Canadian Geese as they fly overhead. This was a unique "V" formation caused by the reflection in the water below. The morning light was just right to create a nice mirror image as the geese took flight on their way across the marsh.

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Date Taken: 11.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Copyright: © Hilary Vadner