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Joseph Przybyla
06-14-2014, 10:32 AM
I captured this image at Circle B Bar Reserve in Polk County, Florida. The nest is a pile of sticks on a raised area in the marsh. The crane alternated between turning the eggs and settling down to cover them.

Nikon D7000
Nikon 55-300mm F/4.5-5.6 VR AF shot at 300mm (450mm FFE)
1/1000 F/8 ISO 450

Grace Scalzo
06-14-2014, 05:14 PM
Excellent behavior image. The habitat by the tail is a bit on the messy side, but the action that you have captured far outweighs that tiny point. I might try to desaturate the greens just a touch.

Daniel Cadieux
06-14-2014, 05:21 PM
I agree with Grace, but I will add that I find the midtones bright and they would benefit some toning down IMO. Good call going vertical here.

Marina Scarr
06-14-2014, 08:50 PM
Awesome behavior you captured here. I wish the BG were a tad less distracting and the light a bit softer.

Karl Egressy
06-15-2014, 06:54 AM
Great moment captured, Joe.