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    Jody Melanson
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    Default American Oystercatcher



    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1600"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Off
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure
    Handheld using Bushhawk

    Another from Aruba. This was the last day of our trip and I wasn't going to go out for birds. I'm glad I did. This was my first time seeing an Oystercatcher. Cool looking birds.

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    Way to go. Love the fully flared wings and the COMP. EXP good too. You might consider getting rid of the yellowish gootchkie on the base of the bill.
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    Great landing pose and underwing details. There seems to be a slight magenta cast on my monitor.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Arthur Morris View Post
    Way to go. Love the fully flared wings and the COMP. EXP good too. You might consider getting rid of the yellowish gootchkie on the base of the bill.
    Thanks boss. I didn't even notice that on him! Fixed.


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    cool perspective, looks like he is eyeing an oyster.

    Dan

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    Your a sick man Jody !!!! What an awesome image !!! One of the best OCs in flight !!! Big Time Congrats !!!

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    Hey Jody, Mucho bueno!
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    Terrific pose, Jody, never seen an OC landing so good!

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    Great sharpness, exposure and posture!

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    Nice shot Jody, the light is nice and soft - cool bird too!

    Bill

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    I've never seen an OC shot like this - superb!

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    Awesome image!! Well done!

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    Wow, Jody this is fantastic. The spread wings and the "frozen" action are fantastic. very good

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