Picture of the day - January 20, 2008

A gaggle of Canada Geese out for a swim

Photo courtesy of John Allen. Today's picture by photographer John Allen features a gaggle of Canada Geese enjoying a leisurely swim on a beautiful "golden pond", a peaceful scene that reminds me of a not-so-peaceful experience I had a few days ago... Houdini and I were taking our morning walk when we happened upon a huge gaggle of Canada Geese that had apparently decided to stop for a rest in our creek. Since it was still partially dark and a little foggy, we came up on them without knowing it. We suddenly became aware of the geese' presence when they all took flight in unison, as if on the command of their leader. Let me tell you, the sound of approximately 50 Canada Geese (my estimate, not Houdini's) taking flight at once, literally right in front of you, will certainly get your attention, and it took both Houdini and me several minutes to get our breath back! All in all, it was quite an experience, especially since it's rare to see Canada Geese still flying south this late in the season.   Click here to comment on this picture.   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!            Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"