Monday, February 17, 2025

February 17, 2025

I am a Gray-headed Swamphen
I have pinkish legs and brownish knees
Well, actually, those are my ankles
 My knees are under my feathers near my body.

Special thanks to my guest photographer, David Simpson.

Location: Green Cay, Boynton Beach

Sources: Make sure you check out this link, it has a great comparison drawing that explains bird feet and legs. https://www.skeletaldrawing.com/home/2011/09/um-hey-scientific-american-bird-knees.html

Photo and text © 2025 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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