Red Knot

[Geoffrey Montagu]

This image of a Red Knot searching for Horseshoe Crab eggs was captured this past May at Reed's Beach, NJ. C&C welcome

D700, Nikon 500mm + 1.4 tc, 1/2000, f 8.0, ISO 1000, Gitzo tripod, Wimberley Gimbal head.


Geoffrey

[Bill Dix]

I remember that day. We didn't get to Reed's Beach until mid-day, creating some tough lighting, but you handled the shadows well. It was a treat to watch this endangered species refueling on tiny Horseshoe Crab eggs before heading for the high Arctic. I like the raised foot, and the fact that you included the Horseshoe Crab. I'm wondering if toning down the brightest tones might help?

[arash_hazeghi]

you did well with the low angle but the light was quite harsh, the OOF object on the right is distracting

TFS

[Karl Egressy]

Great to see one in breeding plumage. Love the plumage and the raised foot.

[Diane Miller]

Nice! Were you able to get one where it is another step or so closer to the crab?

[Geoffrey Montagu]

Thanks Everyone. Yes Diane there is one more frame a bit closer to the crab, but the head is slightly turned removing the catchlight from his eye.




Geoffrey

[Diane Miller]

I hate it when that happens!