Bohemian Waxwing
A bohemian waxwing captured on a cold winter day. The air was crisp, the light perfect to photograph it during its migration.
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A bohemian waxwing captured on a cold winter day. The air was crisp, the light perfect to photograph it during its migration.
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Mar, 2016Views
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Awards
Chatter Award
Zenith Award
Top Shot Award 21
Legendary Award
Winner in Cedar Waxwing Birds Only Photo Challenge
Member Selection Award
Spring Selection Award
Peer Award
Superb Composition
Absolute Masterpiece
Top Choice
Magnificent Capture
Outstanding Creativity
All Star
Superior Skill
Genius
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artiste9999
January 09, 2017
I can say the same about animals in your part of the world. Maybe one day... Thanks and Cheers!
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nathaliemedeiros
January 31, 2018
Thank you for joining my Cedar Challenge. Awesome Picture! Awesome Bird.Congratulations.Best Regards.Nat :O)
jamieburris
February 01, 2018
This is a Bohemian Waxwing not a Cedar Waxwing! Look at the rufus colored undertail. A tell tale sign for a Bohemian. Nice photo!
artiste9999
February 01, 2018
Oops, you are quite right! I stand corrected. Thanks, it was indeed a great shot.
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Location
This photo was taken on the South Shore of Montreal. It was a brutally cold morning with nice sunny natural lighting. To say the air was crisp and clear would be an understatement!Time
The shot was taken around 11AM when a flock of Waxwings came to this tree to feats on dried berries. This male specimen cautiously stood guard while I approached the tree very slowly. I took a lot of time after each step to let the birds get accustomed to me and ensure they not feel a threat.Lighting
It was a very sunny day so bright natural light illuminated the entire scenery. I needed to walk around the tree about 180 degrees to get the sun at my back. I did this from a distance before approaching the tree slowly, step by step.Equipment
A Canon EOS 70D camera equipped with an L-Series 400mm zoom lens.Inspiration
This bird rarely shows up in the area so it was a delight to snap a few pics.Editing
Minor sharpening of the photo.In my camera bag
Aside from the above, I carry a Tamron 18-270 zoom lens, a doubler and filters and polarizes.Feedback
Capturing birds this close usually requires patience. In this case, I wanted to get up close and underneath the animal to get maximum color.
