Merganser in Japanese pond.

[dankearl]

I keep my 70-200 w/ 2x in my camera bag for shots like these.
While visiting a Japanese garden in the Puget Sound, this female Hooded Merganser flew in.
Midday light but a fine opportunity for a wild duck photo at this time of year....

1/1000, f5.6, 400mm, iso800, D800

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[Marina Scarr]

You did a great job here considering the high light. The BG is really quite stunning and the raised crown is a nice plus.

[John Robinson]

Great low angle and water texture on this one. Wonderful expresion on her face too!
Good stuff
John