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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jun 26, 2010 11:10:53 GMT
It is my fifth time in trying to get a good picture of the Indigo-banded Kingfisher (Alcedo cyanopectus), a Philippine endemic. It is not easy as it is more often perch in the dark and covered with branches and leaves. This is the first time for me to see what looks like a fledgeling on the trunk of a fallen tree and with the sun shining. But luck would have it that its back is turned to me. The back of the wings are still brown in color. If this is a young bird, congratulations to our birdwoman Mela for the new addition. To those that have been successful in getting a good photo of this bird, I salute you. To me it is one of the most beautiful bird that we can all be proud of. Canon EOS 1D Mark IV, Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM with Canon Extender 2X II. Gitzo GT3530LS tripod, Wimberley WH200 head. Manual exposure in available light. ISO 3200, 1/160 second, f/5.6  ISO 400, 1/400 second, f/8  ISO 1600, 1/50 second, f/5.6  ISO 1600, 1/50 second, f/5.6  |
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Post by Romy Ocon on Jun 27, 2010 0:13:00 GMT
Superb detail, Ely!
Yes, Villa Escudero's IBKFs are the most approachable of this species I've seen so far. Even then, getting close to the tiny bird is still tough.
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jun 27, 2010 2:05:46 GMT
Superb detail, Ely! Yes, Villa Escudero's IBKFs are the most approachable of this species I've seen so far. Even then, getting close to the tiny bird is still tough. Thank you Romy. What you said is true and I am thinking of getting a hide to hide myself in. |
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Post by Lydia Robledo on Jun 27, 2010 3:04:54 GMT
I like the 4th shot Ely, the 2nd one, too. telyd
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jun 27, 2010 12:40:02 GMT
I like the 4th shot Ely, the 2nd one, too. telyd Thank you Lyds. The second picture was well lighted. The fourth one had nature working for me. With the sun hitting the running water the reflection was hitting the bird on and off. |
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Post by Bobby Kintanar on Jul 3, 2010 11:40:45 GMT
Beautiful captures of a beautiful bird! I can see from the photos how difficult it must be to capture this bird in good light. Still, those images are really nice. :-)
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Post by JV Noriega on Jul 3, 2010 14:11:41 GMT
Very well captured images of this bird Ely! I have spotted some of them in San Mateo area, also underneath low shaded areas by a creek, but had difficulty getting a closer... you did well!
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jul 3, 2010 15:27:26 GMT
thank you for including the leaf in the composition sir. now those who have not seen this bird in the flesh has a good idea how small it is and how big the challenge it is to come home with a photo of it like yours.
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Post by tina mallari on Jul 3, 2010 15:40:50 GMT
Another superb series of photos Ely.
That's it!!!! I'm selling my 500mm and getting a 300mm 2.8 nalang - HEHEHEHEHEHE
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Post by Ariel Matias on Jul 3, 2010 16:28:35 GMT
Nice captures! Superb details and exposure under seemingly difficult lighting condition.
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Post by Tonji Ramos on Jul 4, 2010 9:46:38 GMT
I really admire your going to Villa Escudero 5 times to get one bird. Way to go Ely! It wont be long before you end up with a IBKF macro like Romy.
It looks like it was dark again in that place except for the one shot. Good set Ely.
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jul 4, 2010 12:09:29 GMT
Beautiful captures of a beautiful bird! I can see from the photos how difficult it must be to capture this bird in good light. Still, those images are really nice. :-) Thank you Bobby. There are now at least 3 places for you to bird if ever you decide to come here, Candaba, Subic, and Villa Escudero in alphabetical order. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jul 4, 2010 12:11:17 GMT
Very well captured images of this bird Ely! I have spotted some of them in San Mateo area, also underneath low shaded areas by a creek, but had difficulty getting a closer... you did well! Thank you JV. The 300mm did okay but I still prefer the 800mm even if its a lot heavier in weight. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jul 4, 2010 12:12:47 GMT
thank you for including the leaf in the composition sir. now those who have not seen this bird in the flesh has a good idea how small it is and how big the challenge it is to come home with a photo of it like yours. Thank you Edu. I have not given up yet on this bird. I am just waiting for the return of the Spotted Wood Kingfisher and I would like to give this IBKF another try. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jul 4, 2010 12:17:40 GMT
Another superb series of photos Ely. That's it!!!! I'm selling my 500mm and getting a 300mm 2.8 nalang - HEHEHEHEHEHE With your skill and talent for birding Tina, any lens that you use will produce good result. As for me, I will stick to my 800mm. Heh heh heh. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jul 4, 2010 12:19:50 GMT
Nice captures! Superb details and exposure under seemingly difficult lighting condition. Thank you Ariel. The IBKF is really a tease. I am hoping that someday I will be able to get a very good shot of it with my long lens. Heh heh heh. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Jul 4, 2010 12:23:55 GMT
I really admire your going to Villa Escudero 5 times to get one bird. Way to go Ely! It wont be long before you end up with a IBKF macro like Romy. It looks like it was dark again in that place except for the one shot. Good set Ely. Thank you Tonji. A macro like Romy would be a dream come true. Even a clear shot like that one of Sylvia on the IBKF with the crab would be a satisfaction for me. I have requested Mela to renovate the flow. Don't be surprise to see me there for the 6th time when the time comes. |
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