I'm just catching up after a couple of weeks off-line in Chile.

Nick, those shots of the gulls from a couple of weeks ago are amazing.

Joel, I always enjoy the quality and clarity of your bird images. I can't wait to get my hands on a lens like that.

Denise, I hope that's not the last bird photo you will be posting. I really hope next year turns out better for you.

Now for some pictures of birds from Chile. I think most of these species are new to the forum


Southern Lapwing on the shore of Lake Llanquihue by Andrew Stringer, on Flickr


Giant Coot Building a Nest by Andrew Stringer, on Flickr


Burrowing Owl by Andrew Stringer, on Flickr


Andean Flamingo in Flight by Andrew Stringer, on Flickr


Andean Avocet by Andrew Stringer, on Flickr