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Brown-hooded Kingfisher
I love how the bokeh helps to emphasize the bird
It was already early evening and the sun was gone, so besides pushing the limits of the camera, I’m happy with the photo’s sharpness and colour.
Sony A7iii
100-400m
190mm
ISO4000
f 8,0
1/1000#WildlifePhotography
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Thickbilled weaver female foraging in a White Stinkwood tree.
Thickbilled weavers mainly occur in the eastern parts (KZN and Eastern Cape) of South Africa but there is a small isolated population in Gauteng. They eat insects, fruit and hard-shelled seeds that they open with their strong beaks. This hen is enjoying the hard seeds of a white…Read More
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Many thanks, Bruna!
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Cape White-eye foraging in Wild Peach tree
Settings: 1/2000, f8.0, ISO3200, 580mm
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Thanks for posting, Renate! The image is well-exposed, showcasing ample detail where it matters most, especially the bright, lively eye. While the background is slightly busy, the sharpness in the facial area and the impressive feather detail create a strong visual impact. The colour palette is harmonious, and the crop complements the composition nicely.
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Thank you, Bruna!
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Why AI-Generated Wildlife
The Erosion of Authentic Wildlife Storytelling
In wildlife photography, there exists an unspoken agreement between photographer and viewer: the image represents a real moment captured in nature. Such photographs are often the result of patience, deep knowledge of animal behaviour, and significant effort in…Read More
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Hi I took this really cool shot last year in Moremi Botswana and I finally found some time to edit and I think it looks really cool. I would like to know how this picture makes everyone feel 🙂
I still do not know what to name it, any suggestions?Canon R10
Sigma 150-600mm
ISO 320
F 8.0
1/1250 sec.
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Thank you for sharing your stunning image, Albertus. My apologies for the delayed response. The photograph is exceptionally sharp, capturing ample detail in the lion. The exposure is perfectly balanced, and the crop enhances the composition beautifully. Your low-angle perspective, using the lion’s kill as a prominent anchor in the foreground, c…Read More
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#wildlife photography
#avian photographyDepth of field for sharp focus depends on several factors, including the focal length of the lens and the selected aperture. As you increase your aperture number (go from a small number/wide open aperture to a higher number/small aperture opening) your depth of field for a given situation will…Read More
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Hadeda chicks
This Hadeda family calls our garden home. They love to sit on the garden wall in the late afternoon to preen. They do an amazing job to control the insect population as is evident from the mud on their beaks. Some people harbour ill feeling towards these birds because of their load call. I find them fascinating and they are quite…Read More
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Thanks for sharing Renate👍 Totally agree with you. Your shot is well exposed and sharp. Just a pity the one that’s not really part of the story towards the right front is a bit distracting. But that’s nature for you🤩
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Female Cardinal Woodpecker
Settings: 560mm, ISO 4000, f 8.0, 1/1000 sec
#WildlifePhotography #BirdPhotography #AvianPhotography #UrbanWildlife
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Well spotted girl👏👏👏 A very shy bird and always hiding. Everything ells doesn’t matter. It’s sharp, well exposed and you got the shot!!
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Thank you, Bruna! These birds are indeed very shy. A day earlier, I tried to get a decent shot of a male Cardinal Woodpecker. He did his utmost to put as much vegetation between us – quite successfully I might add. I have attached my best attempt to capture him.
The best way to find them is to listen for their signature tapping sound as they…Read More
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Grey lourie fledgeling
Gear: Canon 5D Mark IV, Canon EF 100-400mm F4.5 – 5.6 L IS II, Canon Extender EF 1.4x III
Settings: 560mm, ISO 1600, f 8.0, 1/2000 sec#WildlifePhotography #BirdPhotography #AvianPhotography #UrbanWildlife
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Thanks for sharing Renate👍 Your image is sharp where it matters most and the exposure is good. A suggestion; to place the spotlight on the bird, darken the highlights on the right, or maybe crop tighter for more impact👍 Keep up the good work 🌸
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The image is sharp where it matters most, and the dramatic angle works beautifully, keeping the viewer’s attention focused on the subject’s well-exposed eye. The natural framing created by the tree’s branches and the treat adds visual interest. Overall, the image is clean, engaging, and well-presented.