Belted Kingfisher Stunning, Tossing And Swallowing Prey
A few days ago this female kingfisher landed close to me with a meal so I was able to document the gritty details of the demise of the fish.
Magpie Take-off From An Old Nest
Belted Kingfisher Fishing Techniques
According to the “experts” Belted Kingfishers usually don’t submerge when they dive for fish. This bird didn’t read that book.
Mating Golden Eagles
Recently I headed for higher ground to get out of our inversion. I was rewarded with sunshine, clean air and a pair of mating Golden Eagles.
Belted Kingfisher With A Fish (plus an interesting foot adaptation)
I was hoping this female Belted Kingfisher would catch a fish and eat it close enough to me for good photos. She did not disappoint.
Belted Kingfisher – A Nemesis Finally “Conquered”
I’ve been after quality images of Belted Kingfishers for years with very little success. Until yesterday.
Foggy, Low Light Barn Owl In Flight – My Sharpness Issues May Be Over
Yesterday was a good day. Despite the “soup” in our valleys I was able to get some shots that begin to confirm that my lens may be working properly again and I met one of my blog followers from out-of-town.
My Lens Is Back Already – Canon Professional Services (CPS) Rocks!
My 500mm lens was returned from the shop yesterday afternoon, even earlier than I dared hope.
