This is my favorite sparrow species even when in somewhat duller winter plummage. They breed in north-central Canada and winter primarily in just a few states in the center of the continent. I flew home (Kansas) for Christmas with my 500mm lens and had one opportunity after a snowstorm to make a few bird images. I was quite pleased to get a few views of this species that morning . The feet are hidden, but take a look at the plumage! :-)
Canon 40D, 500mm f/4 and 1.4x TC
1/1600, f/9, ISO 400
hand held lying in the snow
The plumage is quite different from what I remeber . Great capture and excellent detail Judd and I love the contrasts against the snow and his pose. Nice work !
Perfect works for me. Plus a great job of dealing with the rather harsh light.
later and love,
artie
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