Maria - My favourite image of 2009

It is actually impossible for me to pick just one favourite. So many birds in Ecuador...several memorable photo sessions in Ontario...a dreram experience with Marbled Murrelets...an incredible session with a Merlin....IT IS TOO HARD TO PICK ONE!!!

Rather than agonize over the decision I would rather reflect back with fond memories on this fine morning I spent with the Giant Antpitta in NW Ecuador way back in January :)

I hope everyone had a great Christmas and will have a happy New Year!

http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/4...antpitta01.jpg

Camera Model: Canon EOS 50D
Shutter speed: 1/15 sec
Aperture: 4
Exposure compensation: -1
Flash: Off
ISO: 400
Focal length: 300mm

Easy to see why it's one of your favorites. A new species for me, and a lovely one. Red colors stand out beautifully against the green BG, and I like the inclusion of the habitat/perch. Were it mine I might have considered removing or toning down the first light blob to the left of the bird. Well exposed and sharp, especially given the slow SS. A real beauty. Thanks for sharing.

One beautiful species and image , Lovely colors , beautiful pose and nice habitat
TFS

Glenn, a spectacular bird....and looks like one that is hard to shoot. No wonder this is your favourite shot. Loved the details, angle and the habitat.

It looks like a great choice to me Glenn! Great perch, good colours, great sharpness for a 1/15th of a second and such a terrific bird. You did so well in Ecuador! Was so envious of your journeys there! Hope you have a great 2010 as well man!

See ya