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While I wasn't in California to photograph Mallards, I couldn't pass up this opportunity. I don't get to use the 300 f/2.8 much (I was actually borrowing it from my girlfriend), but it's one nice lens!
http://birdwhisperer.smugmug.com/pho...7_b6Aav-X3.jpg
Canon 40D, 300mm, f/9, 1/1000, ISO 400, +1 EC, no flash, hand held
Great pose and wing position. I also like the details and exposure control.
nicely done Doug, the light sure work out well for this flight shot.
Great wing positiion and sharpness. Does anyone know if this is an eclipse drake?
Yes, indeed. an eclipse drake. Take it from a duck hunter who can see the yellow bill, green head and brown breast emerging.
Thanks Jeff. That's what I thought but was not sure why. Now I know!
