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Post by Neon Rosell II on Feb 19, 2012 17:17:08 GMT
Almost missed this seasons Candaba migrants but finally found time to go there yesterday afternoon. There were not much ducks in the northwestern pond, where the watch tower is situated. There were around 20 ducks swimming in the middle of the pond (mostly GWT, a pair of Tuffted and some Garganeys) and it was the first time for me to see the GWT out in the open, finally got my clear shot of the GWT. Previous shots were head shots among the grass. Green winged (Eurasian) Teal (Anas crecca) 5DM2 + 600 f4 IS + 2x Kenko TC, f4 (f8), 1/160 sec, ISO 640, manual exposure, lens on car window support.  |
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Post by Mick Harris on Feb 19, 2012 19:48:31 GMT
Nice shot Neon. Congrats on your first "clear" GWT opportunity. I saw my first Goosanders today (here in the UK) but they were too far away to retain quality when cropped alas.
Happy birding,
Mick
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Feb 19, 2012 20:52:52 GMT
I only saw the female GWT. The male is remarkably handsome. I tried to make out the eyes and I could see that it has two colors. The design of the feathers on the chest & wings are so intricate. The vent is also colorful. What a difference between the male & female. It looks like a very far shot but at least you gave us the chance of seeing this beautiful duck. Well done Neon & Mabuhay.
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Post by Ramon Quisumbing on Feb 19, 2012 22:32:51 GMT
Great long-distance shot, Neon. The male GWT is spectacular.
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Post by Neon Rosell II on Feb 20, 2012 1:08:01 GMT
Thanks Mick, Ely and Ramon, wish I'd have more time to go birding, need to pack my bags now. :-( @ Ely, here's a bigger crop for your appreciation.   Used the 40D on this one for added reach. 40D + 600 f4 IS + 2x Kenko TC, f5.6 (f11), 1/125 sec, ISO 400, manual exposure, lens on car window support.  |
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Feb 20, 2012 2:01:02 GMT
incredible camera and fieldwork as always Neon! Top notch!
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Feb 20, 2012 2:17:27 GMT
I like it. It is a beauty Neon. Well done & Mabuhay.
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Post by Mark Itol on Feb 20, 2012 4:31:39 GMT
Wowow, Neon! Great to see your posts again! Nice detail and colors. Congrats.
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Post by ka rene bajit on Feb 23, 2012 8:31:03 GMT
super nice.
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Post by mantarey on Feb 24, 2012 1:31:41 GMT
Fantastic catch with superb details Neon.
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Post by Neon Rosell II on Feb 27, 2012 6:29:39 GMT
Thank you Edu, Ely, Mark, Ka Rene and Rey. Wish I had more time to shoot, before getting jailed. :-(
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Used the 40D on this one for added reach.
