Oh No. Not Sushi Again.

[Bill Dix]

I figured maybe a talking bird would suit the theme. Most of the breeding Least Terns at Sandy Hook are in a roped off area , thus the necessarily large crop. This was from 3 days ago. There were a few tiny fuzzballs around, but most birds were still on their eggs. Lots of them, but at a considerable distance.

D7000, 500f4 + 1.4, ISO 640, 1/3200s @ f/6.3 manual, gitzo and mongoose.

[jack williamson]

I don't know how big the crop is but this looks very good. Great wing position of the incoming bird, well exposed and both birds sharp. I like also like that a good amount of the grasses are in focus. Nice food offering and title.

Jack

[Bill Dix]

Thanks Jack. I forgot to say that this is 37% of full frame.

[Satish Ranadive]

Wonderful image of Terns in habitat.Loved the great pose of landing bird with fish,nice details in grey and whites.I like the sharpness and lights too.

[Robert Holguin]

Very nice shot. I really like the habitat and great sharpness on both birds.
Well done.

[Nick Palmieri]

Nice story. Exposure and sharpness look good to me. I like the habitat as well.

[Karl Egressy]

Nice action shot, Bill.
I hope you'll have an opportunity to shoot the chicks as well despite the distance.

[Juan Carlos Vindas]

Nice birdscape!
Some times, very tight portraits are not too appealing, in this case the green blades offer a nice framing for the birds, I like it.

[Bill Dix]

Thanks for the feedback, everyone.