It has taken a while to get to 2000, but it has been a very worthwhile experience. Thanks to all the moderators and members who have given advice to me and others.
This image was made in Redwood City, at a pond where about twenty avocets were actively feeding. I captured this individual putting on the brakes before landing. The gray BG isn't my favorite, a result of the semi-overcast skies. Handheld.
50D, 500 f/4
1/3200 sec, f/5, ISO 400

