American Oyster Catcher and a Rainbow

American Oyster Catcher and a Rainbow

Landscape Photography

of Puerto Rico by Raúl Colón

American Oyster Catcher and a Rainbow

As we observed from our balcony, we saw this American Oyster Catcher walking near the shore. Lucy suggested I take photos of it. I went down and saw the Bird fly away. I took a moment to take a few shots of the water.

Then at a distance, I saw the American Oyster Catcher finishing his breakfast. I decided to run towards it and get closer. That was the closest I was able to get.

Living close to the beach allows us to be in contact with mother nature or as the ancient Taino's call Atabey.

But what is the chance that I would get this waterbird and a rainbow in the background on the same Isla Verde Beach day?

 

American Oyster Catcher and a Rainbow
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