Very Hissed Off Goose

[John Lowin]

Shot this this afternoon in gloomy, rainy conditions in my backyard. The geese were raising such a ruckus I had to check what was going on. The light couldn't have been much worse. Didn't have time to get the flash and Better Beamer. Just stuck the lens out the patio door and fired away. This guy sure had an attitude as he chased a rival directly toward me. The MkII is a noisy body at high ISO, but I had no choice. Hope you like it anyway. C and C welcome, I'm here to learn. - John

f/8 1/400 ISO 1000
Canon 1D MkII
Canon EF 500mm 1:4 L IS USM
Gitzo CF1325
Wimberley Head

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the attack mode and open bill. The light really was not with you.

[Fabs Forns]

Yes, full aggressive mode :)
There seems to be some color noise in the plumage.

[denise ippolito]

Hi John, Love the action and open mouth! Agree with noise -Look forward to more-I love these guys!