This Black Bellied Duck was coming in to the water when I managed in one of my frames to capture the 'toes' skiing across the water. Taken at my local pond last weekend in early morning light.
Canon 1D Mark IV
Canon 300 F2.8 +2X TC = 600mm
1/2500
F/6.3
ISO 800
I always think the toe dragging moment makes for a fun image, well timed. The slight angle of the bird towards us is good, and although not much of the back wing shows, it does add a bit more sense of depth to the image. Red bill adds a punch of color and the drops are a plus.
What a cool capture Stuart. Love the trailing feet, the water splash and the light on the subject. I like the detail and the color of the head and bill. Well done Stuart.