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A grey heron perched on a branch near the water's edge. Tall reeds and branches frame the foreground, while the water and a rocky, arid background provide contrast. The bird appears to be either a Grey Heron or a Great Blue Heron, which are very similar species.
Herons often stand motionless as they scan for prey or wade with deliberate steps. This title highlights their hunting technique.
The image utilizes natural framing with the dense vegetation on the left and bottom guiding the viewer's eye towards the heron and the open water. The heron is positioned off-center, adhering roughly to the rule of thirds.
The scene appears to be well-lit, likely under bright daylight, creating strong highlights on the water and the rocky terrain in the background. The lighting highlights the textures of the reeds, the water ripples, and the bird's feathers.
The colors are vibrant, featuring deep greens from the reeds, blues from the water, and earthy browns/tans from the rocks and dry vegetation. The heron's grey-blue plumage stands out against the background.
The photograph evokes a serene, natural atmosphere, capturing a quiet moment of wildlife in its habitat. The bird's still posture and focus on the water give the impression of a watchman guarding the riverbank.
Sometimes it seems that Swallows never stop to perch, but that was not the case for this Barn Swallow at Huntley Meadows Park. It perched right on the boardwalk railing and didn't seem to mind me being there at all.
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Hang Dong District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
Nikon D5100, Tamron 18-270, ISO 200, f/6.3, 38mm, 1/160s
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Street photography from Glasgow, Scotland.
A previously unpublished shot from April 2017 and another odd shot slipping into my 'At Number 21' album. Apologies to anyone with triskaidekaphobia. Enjoy!
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Street photography from Glasgow, Scotland.
Black and white re-edit of a shot from June 2019. This is one of my favourite candid shots of 2019 so I hope that you enjoy the black and white version.
I was honoured to be invited to curate a gallery for Flickr Blog as a 'Portrait of Autumn' and you can enjoy it here: blog.flickr.net/2021/11/15/portrait-of-autumn/
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The cormorant is a family of medium-to-large aquatic birds found worldwide that are expert fishers known for their characteristic posture of standing with wings outstretched to dry.
Appearance:
Cormorants are generally large, dark-plumaged birds with a long, thick, and flexible neck, giving them a somewhat "prehistoric" or "reptilian" appearance. They have a long, thin bill that ends in a sharp hook, perfectly suited for catching fish. Most species have webbed feet with all four toes joined.
Size:
Size varies by species, but the Great Cormorant, a widespread species, typically measures 80-100 cm (31-39 in) in length with a wingspan of 130-160 cm (51-63 in).
Habitat and Distribution:
They are highly adaptable and found in a wide variety of aquatic environments, including ocean coasts, estuaries, large rivers, and freshwater lakes and reservoirs across the world, except for the central Pacific islands.
Diet and Hunting:
Cormorants are carnivorous, feeding primarily on fish, but also amphibians, crustaceans, and eels. They hunt by diving from the water's surface and propelling themselves underwater using their powerful webbed feet. They can dive to impressive depths, sometimes up to 45 meters (150 feet), and use their hooked bills to seize prey.
Unique Behaviors and Facts
Wing-Drying Posture:
One of the most recognizable cormorant behaviors is perching with their wings spread wide in the sun. This is because their feathers are not fully waterproof (which helps them reduce buoyancy for diving more efficiently), so they need to dry them afterwards.
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Summer capture of black bear cub resting on sturdy tree limbs, at the Vince Shutte Wildlife Sanctuary in northern Minnesota.
Apple River Fort Historic Site outside Elizabeth, IL. This is a reproduction of the Fort which saw action during the Blackhawk War....Happy fence Friday all!
L'arrivée dans la neige du jour, avec une belle posture d'aile!
The arrival in the snow of the day, with a beautiful wing posture!
A pair of nesting Northern Mockingbirds have made it their mission to attack me when leaving my front door. This one alighted on the branch after scraping my lens hood with her little claws.
Pose- Static Posture
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Taken at Sandy Camp Rd Wetlands Reserve, Lytton, QLD.
This breeding summer migrant is present from September through to April.
A medium sized rather stocky dark bluish roller, which like most rollers likes to find a prominent perch from which to watch the world below. Has an upright posture and a large rather square head.
This one appears to be an adult male
This Roseate Spoonbill shows the importance of projecting your chin forward of your neck to avoid a double chin.
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Candid eye contact street photography from Glasgow, Scotland. Enjoy!
Well, my lens was way too long to capture the posturing battle that was going on. You get the idea...
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...If It Ain't Got That Swing! Street and event photography from Glasgow, Scotland. Taken in George Square on Armed Forces Day and a beautiful timeless pose from one of the lovely Kennedy Cupcakes. The shot deserved warmer cream-toned processing for black and white. As always you can enjoy this full screen by pressing 'L' or clicking on the image.
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