Name: 20201019-Pacific-Loon-Brian-Sump-BMS_5337-FORUM-SIG-USM155_.3-touch-SS25_.3-touch.jpg Views: 2664 Size: 581.8 KB

Surely not the appropriate scientific name. But really, a shocker to capture a Pacific Loon in Denver any time of year. I heard reports and was able to see it for myself. Believe this is a non-breeding plumage specimen (?).

First go with the 2.0x and shot in crop mode as well.

Feedback welcome as always; tried to process as close to taxonomical images I've seen on the web since I've never seen a Loon in person.

Canon R5
600mm + 2.0x
Handheld
ISO 1250
1/800
f8

LR and PS, DN. Touched two tiny spots in water.