Sunset Pileated
This male was captured last week about 15 minutes before the sun dipped below the tree line. He and his mate have been hammering on this hole for a while this spring. I believe it is too small to nest in, but they do keep coming back periodically to check it out.
D850, 500 PF, f/6.3, 1/1000s, ISO 500.
Post: LRClassic, PS2020. Used the clone stamp to soften a few tree branches in the background.
Advice and comments always appreciated.
Cheers
Randy
Hey Randy, nice look at this guy. I would guess they are enlarging the hole for a nest. Thank you for sharing.
Joe Przybyla
"Sometimes I do get to places just as God is ready to have somebody click the shutter"... Ansel Adams
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Super shot love the colours though I would investigate the possibility of lifting the very darkest elements.
Nice lighting, very flash-like. Love the pose and context but agree a little more detail might be available in the lower half of the bird.
Light and pose are really nice. Terrific IQ
Dan Kearl
Really love the light on this beauty. TFS
Excellent shot. Beautiful colors
TFS
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A nice frame of this woodpecker. The bird is nicely lit up nicely.
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