Clapper Rail Gulf Coast Variant

[Gayle Clement]

I photographed this rail in Grand Isle, Louisiana. We spent a few days camping there, hoping for an early fall of migratory birds. That didn't happen, but a pair of rails were fairly cooperative. I have other photos of this rail with a cleaner background but the oyster shells are typical of the saltwater marsh environment.


Nikon D2Xs
Nikkor 500mm f/4
Nikkor 1.4 TC-EII
1/60s @f5.6
700mm
IS0 200

[Raul Quinones]

Great picture... I took pictures of this species today, now I don't have to look at my books to id.
Nice colors and sharpness, the drop of water adds a nice touch.

[Robert O'Toole]

Hi Gayle how are you?

Beautiful tones and plumage, the lighting is nice and soft also like the smooth water and ripples.

i like the shells in the BG but I wish they didnt touch the bird at the top and near the face.

Robert