Fly On the Pond Antonia Malvino 8 years ago A Black-crowned night heron (Nycticorax nycticorax) looks dapper at pond side. Mind your own business! (Looks like he fought in the Boer Wars) A mouthy Mallard says a few choice things. Possibly, a Marbled Godwit “No bird is an island, ok, well maybe just this one.” A pair of young avocets feathering out. A Canvasback. Now ya’ see him… …now you don’t. Everyday, this couple goes to the pond to people watch. This patient mother hides her baby under her wing. Share this: