Caracara in flight

[D. Robert Franz]

Another caracara image from the 2010 ICF Contest

Camera Model: Canon EOS 7D
Shutter speed: 1/2000 sec
Aperture: 4.5
Exposure mode: Av
Exposure compensation: +1/3
Metering mode: Multi-segment
ISO: 400
Focal length: 500mm

[Todd Frost]

Another sweet image Dale. Some will no doubt think it's to busy but I love the environment you captured this in. Techs are spot on with good sharpness. Well done.
TFS
Todd

[Dan Busby]

Very nice Robert. I like the wing position and the slight bank. BG is fine by me. The white patch on the neck looks a bit bright and detracts from the eye - maybe could be toned down a bit.

[Terry Olmsted]

A great capture, Robert. I like the overall comp including the background. Wonderful sharpness and
exposure.

[Doug Brown]

Very nice Dale! The pose is reminiscent of the pose of my Stilt from this morning. Excellent detail and nice habitat in the BG.

[Pieter de Waal]

Nice image with clear and sharp detail on the bird. The bird is well defined against the muted background habitat which IMO adds to the image.

[Mike Tracy]

I like the inclusion of the habitat, wing position and fanned tail. The contrast on the browns seem a little strong compared to the caracaras found in central Florida.