Snowy Plover

[Steve Maxson]

I recently spent a week on Sanibel Island where I worked the Snowy Plovers in the late afternoons. When not actively feeding they typically rest on the upper beach - almost invariably in a small depression in the sand (i.e., a human footprint) as this one is doing. They blend in quite well and most people walk right by and never see them. 40D, 500 f/4, 1/800, f/5, ISO 200. Comments are welcome.

[Grace Scalzo]

Only positives from me on this lovely image, Steve. Warm and sweet, and the bird looks comfortable, not bothered by your presence.

[Ramon M. Casares]

Beautifull, OUTSTANDING light, pose, angle, detail, comp and exposure, if something, I wish the shadow wasn't there, but still, this one is terrific to my eyes! Congratulaitons!

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Beautiful image and I really like your DOF on this one Steve. Congratulations on a great capture.

[Mike Lentz]

This is a winner, Steve! The low angle, exposure, eye contact, processing... it has it all!

[Jon Thornton]

Good angle and lovely warm light. A winner!