Rounding second base.

[Jody Melanson]

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 = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

This Hawk Owl moves very fast when in flight. He is just over a foot in length, so a small target to follow.

I had trouble with the camera grabbing focus on the thistles instead of the Owl. Was happy to see this photo while going through my shots of the day.

[Glenn Bartley]

You are really skilled at these flight images Jody. The one chance I had to get this guy in flight I totally dropped the ball. I guess I just need more practise ;) Great capture.

[Jim Neiger]

Cool shot, Jody! I like the snowy bg and the shadow is priceless. Sometimes you can bump the focus to avoid focusing on the fg elements.

[Alfred Forns]

Sweet capture of a real speedster !!!! Love those owls !!!

[Maxis Gamez]

This is very nice. I like the low angle and his eyes!

[Lana Hays]

Jody
I've seen many Hawk Owl images posted but you always seem to capture them differently than the others. Well done......it's always a treat to see what you have shot.

[Jasper Doest]

The eyes and the shadow make this one for me. It is a pity that the thistle is merged with the wing of the bird...but that's a minor thing. I'd love to photograph these one day.

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Love these wonderful owl images you capture Jody and the incredible eye contact and action you capture in your images is amazing.

[Gyorgy Szimuly]

Very nice shot. Wish the left plant was not in the frame.
Love the shadow on the snow.
Szimi