This is the image 6 of 11 in the series of a pair of American avocets (Recurvirostra americana) going through their elaborate mating ritual. It was a real pleasure to watch the scene unfold in front of my lens, including when the male began vigorously splashing just before copulation. Images were taken in March at the Radio Road Ponds, Redwood City, California, USA.

Stock Photo BAVO11-0952