Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher
We decided to take an early morning Sunday stroll at the Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve with our granddaughter. When we arrived, there was a couple at the look-out station who pointed out some gnatcatchers nearby. The gnatcatchers were very active, moving from branch to branch as they caught their breakfast.
1/2000, f/6.3, ISO 1600, 600mm f/5-6.3, natural light, not baited, called in or set up
Red-Shouldered Hawk
I know the background is cluttered but it shows the full spread of his wings. Normally you only see shots from the front so I decided to show this one anyway.
1/2000, f/6.3, ISO 1600, 600mm f/5-6.3, natural light, not baited, called in or set up
Sunlight poking among the trees
As I was walking along, looking up for birds, I noticed this view and thought it was worthy of a moment.
1/320, f/18, ISO 160, 150mm f/5-6.3, natural light
Sun-lite spider web
Almost ran into this web on the side of the trail.
1/320, f/5.0, ISO 1600, 160mm f/5-6.3, natural light
American Cardinal
This guy landed nearby to investigate us. Very nice detail on his beak.
1/320, f/6.3, ISO 1600, 600mm f/5-6.3, natural light, not baited, called in or set up