10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

I can hear the mooing of cows, interrupted by gunshots, while two scared flocks of ducks fly above the delta. The cows, let free to walk to the nearest wet meadows, are coming in my direction. Around me is a wet meadow used by the cows whose path I dared to cross. I wave my greeting; he waves back and passes on.

Greece 162

Greece Serbia Hunters Cows 162

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 5, 2020

Scores of Black-bellied Whistling Ducks circled overhead, these vocal ducks are often hunted illegally here so it was refreshing to see so many. Arriving before sunrise, we could already see the thick clouds on the horizon. Farmers keep their livestock in this wetland also.

Livestock 215

Livestock Ducks ALA illegal 215

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

I can hear the mooing of cows, interrupted by gunshots, while two scared flocks of ducks fly above the delta. The cows, let free to walk to the nearest wet meadows, are coming in my direction. Around me is a wet meadow used by the cows whose path I dared to cross. High ’tsi-tsi-tsi’ and one turquoise Common Kingfisher flies by.

Greece 191

Greece Serbia Hunters Cows 191