Here's a pair of American Avocets (at Gilbert Water Ranch in Phoenix) going through thier ritual posturing prior to "doing the deed". The female has assumed a position indicating her willingness to mate and the male is about to go through his part of the display...
Canon 5DII -- Canon 800mm f/5.6L IS -- 1/200s @ f6.3 -- ISO400 -- Fill Flash @ -2 2/3EV -- 0 EV
Terrific behavior, perfect light, bg and fg!
Do you have more room below?
Since the water is so gorgeous and still, wonder how stunning a frame with the entire reflection would look like.
For me the fact that they are touching - it looks like it - makes this image for me. Also the light here is awesome.
I have looked through a couple of your posts as I was curious about this camera body. Hmm something to think about. The IQ seems to be great. Looking to upgrade from the 7d.
Beautiful all around Jeff. I love the way the left bird has its beak over the other one. And, of course, the lovely smooth colours. I think this could also work well as a vertical.
Love the combination of colours, with background reflected in the birds' feathers. Would love to see a vertical composition as well. Great use of flash, overall a striking image.