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I love the Pileated Woodpecker and have photographed them nesting for 5 years

I love the Pileated Woodpecker and have photographed them nesting for 5 years

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Behind The Lens

Location

Mass wildlife preservation off the beaten trail

Time

This was in the morning

Lighting

As light always helps but here only natural light was used

Equipment

Canon 7DM2 600mm zoom on a tripod with liquid head

Inspiration

I find the bird fascinating and challenging to find its nest

Editing

Minor corrections and crop to make it appealing

In my camera bag

2 bodies 7DM2 & 6DM2 24-70 f2.8, 70-200 f2.8 2 speed flash

Feedback

Listen for them and have lots of free time

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