Malachite Kingfisher - my own umbrella copy
Feb, 2016Views
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Location
This photo was taken on our farm in the Free State. We live next to the Vaalriver in Hoopstad.Time
This photo was taken at 08h30.Lighting
I only used sunlight. It was a sunny South African day.Equipment
Canon 7D MkII Tamron 150mm-600mm lens Benro monopod UV filterInspiration
I started to photograph birds because here are so many of them on our farm. During the past 2 years I have captured 160 different species on the farm. I love this little kingfisher for its self-confidence. After diving into the water to catch a feast he shake off the water and then show off his beautiful crest.Editing
I only cropped the photo.In my camera bag
Canon 7D MkII, Tamron 150-600mm, Tamron 16-300mm, Canon flash, UV filter, cleaning equipmentFeedback
You need to get as close as possible to the bird you want to photograph. You can achieve this by sitting in a hide, which is a privilege that I don't have. I pick a spot where I can sit and wait for some kind of bird to approach me. You need to have the sun at your back. For this kingfisher I put a stick in the water to serve as a perch. You have to be very quiet and patient. Then with luck some bird will show up and surprise you. Be careful not to scare the bird!!
