A Facebook friend posted a photo of flamingos in the Kom this morning. Such excitement! The early fitness fanatics and their furry friends were there in a flash, as was I, to photograph this phenomenon. Few could remember seeing flamingos in Kommetjie for at least 30 years and more and this welcome sight must mean that the environment is once again Feeding Friendly For Flamingos.
In the same binocular field of view, a pair of Oyster Catchers and two Blacksmith Plovers foraged for food, while a flock of starlings flew frenziedly overhead. Far out to sea, a fishing boat forged full steam ahead, while a small sailboat slid silently south.
All through the day, people have been coming to see the flamingos up close, with their curious moonwalking gait that stirs up the mud to chase the shrimps from their burrows. This morning the tide was out and we could see the whole leg, but with high tide this afternoon, their legs and entire necks were submerged as they continued their quest. Suddenly they spread their wings and took to the sky, soaring gracefully over the bay in elegant formation, their legs and necks in perfect balance. They glided gracefully back down to the shallows and recommenced feeding. What a treat!
In the bay, an equally graceful stand-up paddler and a paddleskier were taking advantage of the glassy conditions and I once again felt the need to be out their with them. My family are convinced that I am too old for such activity, but the only problem really is how to get the ski from home down to the rocks. I'll still do it, so watch this space!
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