Skimmer and Chick

[Ricardo Rodriguez]

Mama was oblivious to its chick's antics.

D3S, 70-200 f/2.8 + 2x TC (400mm), HH
ISO 1600, f/11, 1/1600

[Dave Mills]

Hi Ricardo,good action along with a story. I love the chick's position and would of preferred the adult to be angling a bit more towards the camera but very acceptable. You have good detail in the darks and whites but noticing by the shadows not the most ideal time of day

[Ian Cassell]

Hey Ricardo, although the light isn't ideal, I really enjoy this image. The interaction between the two is great and detail is excellent. TFS

[allanrube]

+1 on harsh light - interaction is great - you caught the grab at the right moment.

[Dave Leroy]

Very well done in the bright light and an interesting use of ISO1600.

I like the action and very nice timing on the shot.

Dave

[Sandra K. Mathews-Benham]

Great catch at the right moment! :-) What a delightful image! I would agree that you did a great job with the light you had to work with--please share some more. We don't have skimmers in Nebraska :-)

[Ricardo Rodriguez]

Thank you all for your comments and support. Yes, the light was a challenge but skimmers are too cute not to record their interactions. Sandra, I'll be glad to post other skimmers soon.

[pat lillich]

love their interaction - and the beautiful feathers on each - and getting the glimpse in the baby's mouth!! look forward to seeing more.

[Lance Peters]

Well done wit the light that you had to deal with - Interaction is lovely.
Nice details and exposure looks good.
Lower shooting angle perphaps??

[Jackie Schuknecht]

Ricardo, a few points have been mentioned, But the interaction and the sharpness are great IMO. Yes better light and lower angle would have improved, but I think it is a pretty good shot.

[Alfred Forns]

Mighty fine image Ricardo ... good suggestions !! Like the interaction .. great timing !!!