PHOTOGRAPH INFO
This photo was taken a couple of weeks ago on the New Jersey side of the Delaware River, just after dawn. The landowner, a bird enthusiast, recently built this large structure (800 pounds!) as a nesting stand for a pair of osprey that frequent the area, but the osprey haven't used it yet.
As I was marveling at the stand and taking photos of it, this turkey vulture flew right into the frame! Turkey vultures are often seen in this spread-winged stance called the "horaltic pose." It helps dry their wings from the morning dew and also helps warm their bodies.
Post-processing: Shot with the Canon EOS 5D
Thank you for visiting Durham Township!
-- Kathleen