Bohemian Waxwings on a juniper tree top

[Steve Bein]

East of Yellowstone, west of Cody, there were flocks of Waxwings flying. I was fortunate to capture a few images of some in a tree top. Thanks to D Robert Franz and his assistant Dr Mike in guiding us.

1D MK IV
500 IS x 1.4=700mm
Subject dist: 21m
1/1000 sec, f/5.6
Exp comp: +2/3
ISO: 400

[Gary Esman]

Very nice group photo! I am thinking the contrast needs a boost it is looking a little flat.

Gary.

[Daniel Cadieux]

This image pretty nicely renders what a group of these look and behave like, you got their personality just right...and can just here them now! Having said this it can be tough to frame properly. I feel your image could use more room at left and above, and I wish there wasn't a second flying bird being obstructed.