The Canada goose, or Canadian goose, is a large wild goose with a black head and neck, white cheeks, white under its chin, and a brown body. Here are a couple of them at Swan Lake Iris Gardens, Sumter, SC.
Canada Goose
Swan Feeding Barge
A covered barge with feed at Swan Lake Iris Gardens, Sumter, SC attracts a variety of birds
Black-necked Swan
Basically unmistakable and is just what the name says: a swan with a black neck. It also sports a bright red knob where the beak meets the head, a feature that is enlarged on males during breeding season.
A couple of Black-necked Swans at Swan Lake Iris Gardens, Sumter, SC.
Serenity and Greenery at Swan Gardens
In addition to the swans, the overall serenity and greenery of the Swan Lakes Iris Gardens, Sumter, SC attracts nature lovers
Swan Lake Iris Gardens
Will be posting images from a recent camera club field trip to Swan Lake Iris Gardens, Sumter, South Carolina. It is currently the only public park in the United States to have all eight species of swans—including Royal White Mutes, Black Necks, Coscorobas, Whoopers, Black Australians, Whistlers, Bewicks, and Trumpeters.
An impressive wing sculpture at the park ……
Rural Beauty of NC – Farms in the Mountains
Rural farms in the North Carolina mountains midst greenery, clouds and blue sky
Rural Beauty of NC – Cloud Shadows on Mountains
Heavy clouds create shadows over the rural mountains of North Carolina
Rural Beauty of NC – Colorful Homes
Colorful homes in the rural mountains of North Carolina
Rural Beauty of NC – Low Hanging Clouds
Low clouds hover over the valley surrounded by North Carolina mountains
Rural Beauty of NC – Farms
A picturesque scene of a farm in rural North Carolina with striking white fences
Rural Beauty of NC – Adding Color to the Mountains
Colorful flowers in the foreground enhance the beauty of the North Carolina mountains
Rural Beauty of NC – Picturesque
How can one not admire the rural beauty of North Carolina!
Rural Beauty of NC – Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain is an iconic peak 75 miles north of Asheville, North Carolina. The area is known for its incredible vistas and unmatched ecological diversity. The area is called Grandfather Mountain because of early pioneers who recognized “the face” of an old man on one of the cliffs. Can you see it?
Rural Beauty of NC – Clouds over the Mountains
Dramatic clouds grace a blue sky over the mountains in North Carolina
Rural Beauty of NC – Standing Apart
Midst the mountains, clouds, and greenery of North Carolina, a lone leafless tree stands out
Rural Beauty of NC – Eye Pleasing
A picture-perfect composition of clouds, blue sky, mountains, lush greenery, and natural color, all reflecting the rural beauty of North Carolina
Rural Beauty of NC – Fences on the Farm
White fences on this farm add to the beauty of this rural landscape in North Carolina
Rural Beauty of NC – Leading Lines
The lines of a white fence lead to a farmhouse with a striking red roof in rural North Carolina
Rural Beauty of NC – A Farm in the Mountains
Will be posting images of North Carolina featuring its rural beauty. Tranquility of a farm in mountains and forests of North Carolina
Oceans – Beach Relaxation
A sheltered spot to relax by the ocean while viewing the turquoise waters and blue sky
Photos by Ravi 