"Against the Current"
By: Christopher Johnson (Park Hill, OK)
A drake mallard navigates the rushing waters of LeHardy Rapids in Yellowstone National Park. Photographed using a slow shutter speed of 1/15 second, the flowing river transforms into sweeping patterns of blue and gold, contrasting with the duck's colorful plumage. The image captures a brief moment of wildlife amid the constant movement of the Yellowstone River.
Camera Information: Sony Alpha 1 II
Image Location: LeHardy Rapids, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Category: Live Wildlife