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The bash on the head before the KF swallows

The bash on the head before the KF swallows
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6 Comments |
JDLifeshots
 
JDLifeshots September 15, 2013
Great shot!
jleiweke
 
jleiweke October 12, 2013
Congrats!
lauragonzales
 
lauragonzales October 14, 2013
Just beautiful as all your images are! Fantastic capture and timing!
DeadEye Platinum
 
DeadEye October 21, 2013
Great capture! Nice color, clarity and DOF!
AliAlzuhair
 
AliAlzuhair October 27, 2013
Nice!
tazdog
 
tazdog February 02, 2016
Is this a little kingfisher?
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Behind The Lens

Location

This was taken in Kent ( uk) on a bird reserve that I use a lot.

Time

Late morning before the sun gets to bright and blows out tge colours.

Lighting

I rarely take wildlife after midday as strong light can ruin an image

Equipment

I used a Canon 7d mk 2 and a Canon 500 LIS lens. Cracking combined together. I used a mono pod to help with the heavy lens.

Inspiration

Just a beautiful bird, always wanted to capture a kingfisher ! Qith the fish a added bonus

Editing

I mainly lighten or a bit of cropping but I left this as it was taken.

In my camera bag

All depends on what I am after to capture. You can weight yourself down with to must gear. I always carry spare memo cards and batteries. A dry soft cloth to wipe my gear down.

Feedback

Don't rush around, enjoy what you are doing. Respect the wildlife. Do your homework on the subject.

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