Cliff Swallows feeding midair

[Jody Melanson]

http://jmelanson.smugmug.com/photos/323575488_UAibL-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure
Handheld using Bushhawk

I was photographing Cliff Swallows in flight and saw some action out of the corner of my eye. I swung the camera over and fired off a few quick blams. It happened so fast, I thought they were fighting. When I got home and found this, I was quite happy to say the least.

[Stephen Stephen]

Wonderful image here Jody. I've not even seen this species yet and you've captured and incredible moment. Well done!

[Axel Hildebrandt]

Very cool 'refueling' image. :) Great interaction, details and poses, I like it a lot.

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Wow Jody that is some action you captured here and I must say a first for me. I find this just fascinating. Wonderful timing and excellent image.

[James Salywoda]

Sweet bit of action captured Jody a wonderful shot....

[Ramon M. Casares]

Just outstanding!!! CONGRATULATIONS on a fantastic shot!!!

[Haim Ziv]

Absolutely amazing. great timing.

[hans stel]

What an outstanding photo! I wonder if this is normal behaviour for these birds?

[Nikolay Staykov - shotlandetsa]

this is trully amazing moment!!! I have never seen a shot that shows how the feeding goes.

[David Hemmings]

Wonderful capture Jody, love the intense look on the juvy:)

[Doug Brown]

Very impressive Jody!

[Petros Petrou]

Photographing swallows in flight is difficult. They move so fast. This is just impresive. BIG congrats!!!

[Raymond Barlow]

that is a killer shot Jody, spectacular imo.

[Simon Bennett]

Unbelievable!!!