Mud Flat Collection

Maldon and Blackwater Estuary mudflats and coastal sea defences, Essex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

An adult mudskipper, subfamily Oxudercinae, in mud burrow on the mud flats of Vansittart Bay, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

An adult mudskipper, subfamily Oxudercinae, on the mud flats of Vansittart Bay, Kimberley, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

Knot (Calidris canutus) flock, in swirling flight over mudflats habitat, The Wash, Snettisham RSPB Reserve, Norfolk, England, august

Red knots resting with western sandpipers

Red knots flock at dusk

Australias crane: the Brolga
A brolga showing how it lives in its environment. There are a number of traditional Aboriginal legends and dances are associated with the bird

Australians Iconic Brolga Crane
A brolga showing how it lives in its environment. There are a number of traditional Aboriginal legends and dances are associated with the bird

American flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) pair in courtship, group of three feeding, Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galapagos

Crab-plover (Dromas ardeola) three walking in a row on mudflat, two with food in beaks. Oman, June

Flamingos on Laguna / Lake Colorado at dawn, Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, Bolivia, December 2009

Sedona, Arizona. Cathedral Rock, patterns

Curlew (Numenius arquata) preening on mudflat at low tide, Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland, England, UK. January

Mexican fiddler crab (Leptuca crenulata) small male displaying with larger individual behind, Morua Estuary, near Rocky Point (Puerto Penasco), Gulf of California, Mexico, June

Eurasian oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) walking over tidal mudflats in low winter sunshine. Holy Island (Lindisfarne) tidal mudflats, Northumberland, England, UK. December

Red knots (Calidris canutus) in winter plumage feeding co-operatively on tidal mudflats. Holy Island (Lindisfarne), Northumberland, England, UK December

Cook Inlet, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska

Alaska, mudflat

Long-billed dowitcher, tide flats

Dunlin flock resting during migration

Brown bear Ursus arctos) searching for clams on tidal mudflat with waterbirds. Lake Clark National Park, Alaska. August

USA, New Mexico, Los Ranchos Fall Acequia, Cottonwood foliage

Mudflat, Aiguillon Bay, Vendee, France, July 2017

Short-billed Dowitcher (Limnodromus griseus) on mudflats. Grays Harbor County, Washington. May

Semipalmated Plover

Sunset at Turnagain Arm, Cook Inlet, Alaska, USA
Sunset at Turnagain Arm of Cook Inlet. A rippled tidal flat revealed during low tide, Chugach Mountains in the background. South-central Alaska in summertime; Portage, Alaska, United States of America

Texel title object Six etching tests series title
Texel (title on object) Six etching tests (series title), View of a bay on the coast of Texel with a tadler. A herd of sheep is across the bay

Western Sandpiper Roosting On Mud Flats Of Hartney Bay During Spring Migration, Copper River Delta, Southcentral Alaska

Large Flock Of Western Sandpipers On The Mud Flats Of Hartney Bay During Spring Migration, Copper River Delta, Southcentral Alaska

Roofed wicker beach chairs at the Horn swimming spot, Pellworm, North Frisia, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Oystercatcher Haematopus ostralegus Snettisham The Wash Norfolk August

budle bay, black and white, budle bay, cloud, clouds, day, environment, low tide
budle bay, black and white, cloud, clouds, day, environment, low tide, low-tide, mother nature, mud flat, mudflats, nature, no people, northumberland, ocean, outdoors, overcast, photography, sky

Western Sandpiper among resting dunlins and sandpipers

Mixed Flock of Shorebirds

USA, Utah, Antelope Island, Stansbury Island, Great Basin, Farmington Bay, View of Sunset over Great salt lake (Large format sizes available)

Irregular structures in the mud flats, Mellum Island, Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Wadden Sea with Samphire (Salicornia sp. ), puddles and mud flats, Mellum Island
Wadden Sea with Samphire (Salicornia sp.), puddles and mud flats, Mellum Island, Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Gulf of Thailand coastline area
The area is characterized by clay sediments estuary. Approximately 19-21 m thick layer of mud covered with mangroves are abundant

Intertidal mudflats, north beach, Husum, North Friesland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Sand ripples, Kniepsand beach, Amrum Island, Nordfriesland, North Frisia, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Small tidal inlet in the Wadden Sea, North Sea, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Bow net in the North Sea, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Old wooden groyne in the Wadden Sea, North Sea, Spieka-Neufeld, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

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Sunset behind the mountains of the Isfjorden with reflections in the tidal flats, Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway, Europe

Border for land reclamation in the Wadden, Wremer Tief, Wremen, Lower Saxony, Germany

Wadden Sea, North Sea, Wremer Tief, Wremen, Lower Saxony, Germany - IMPORTANT Non exclusive usage, retail calendar, 2015, territory Germany, Austria, Switzerland -

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The Maldon and Blackwater Estuary mudflats in Essex, England, are a sight to behold. These coastal sea defences provide protection against the relentless power of the ocean while creating a unique habitat for various species. In Vansittart Bay, Kimberley, Western Australia, adult mudskippers of the Oxudercinae subfamily can be found burrowing into the rich mud flats. These fascinating creatures have adapted to their environment by developing lungs that allow them to breathe air when out of water. Meanwhile, another adult mudskipper from the same subfamily gracefully navigates across the vast expanse of Vansittart Bay's mud flats. Its ability to move effortlessly between land and water is truly remarkable. Over at The Wash in Norfolk, England, a flock of Knots takes flight in mesmerizing patterns above their beloved mudflat habitat. Their synchronized movements create an awe-inspiring spectacle against the backdrop of swirling tides. At Morston Quay in Norfolk, rowing boats and sailing dinghies rest on dry land during low tide. The exposed muddy terrain reveals itself as a temporary pause before these vessels once again set sail on open waters. Australia's iconic Brolga Crane stands tall amidst its natural surroundings. This elegant bird finds solace on muddy landscapes where it can display its majestic dance moves and grace us with its presence. A pair of American flamingos engage in courtship rituals while feeding together on a picturesque mudflat scene. Their vibrant plumage adds splashes of color to this serene setting. In perfect formation, three Crab-plovers march along a muddy path with food clutched tightly in their beaks. These birds showcase both unity and resourcefulness as they navigate their way through life on the mudflats. The Brolga Crane continues to captivate Australians with its beauty and grace as it roams freely across expansive muddy terrains throughout the country. Its presence is a testament to the rich biodiversity found in these unique habitats.