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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 19, 2010 1:44:35 GMT
Its been almost two months since I went to UP looking for the Philippine Serpent Eagle (Spilornis holospilus) which is endemic to the Philippines. I did not see it at all the first time. While photographing the Blue Rock-Thrush with Bob we got a text message from Bong informing us that the Eagle has landed. True enough after some searching we found him perch on the branch of a tree. I am truly delighted with this lifer and happy to share these pictures with all of you. It was fun taking pictures of these nice bird with Bob and Bong. Canon EOS 1D Mark IV, Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM. Gitzo GT3530LS Tripod, Wimberley WH200 Head. Manual exposure in available light. f/8, ISO 400, 1/250 sec.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/320 sec.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/400 sec.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/320 sec.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/250 sec.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/320 sec.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/250 sec. Looks like this eagle also has a nictitating membrane.  f/8, ISO 400, 1/250 sec.  f/10, ISO 400, 1/250 sec.  f/9, ISO 400, 1/160 sec.  |
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Post by gabriel buluran on Nov 19, 2010 4:58:55 GMT
i like the 3rd photo most. screaming eagle!!!
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Post by Bob Kaufman on Nov 19, 2010 5:28:32 GMT
Excellent captures, Ely. Like Gabs, I like the third photo the most. I enjoyed birding with you and Bong.  |
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Post by Luis (Chito) Limchiu on Nov 19, 2010 14:45:11 GMT
PSE overload na ako Ely!! All well done. Third shot somehow makes me sleepy??
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Post by William Lim on Nov 20, 2010 11:48:45 GMT
Beautiful, Ely. All very sharp, well done  |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 21, 2010 15:01:08 GMT
i like the 3rd photo most. screaming eagle!!! Thank you Gabs. Finally got an internet connection. I hope to be able to go back to UP by next week to try my luck on the new bird. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 21, 2010 15:42:03 GMT
Excellent captures, Ely. Like Gabs, I like the third photo the most. I enjoyed birding with you and Bong. Thank you Bob. Next time I go to UP I will give you a call. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 21, 2010 15:49:26 GMT
PSE overload na ako Ely!! All well done. Third shot somehow makes me sleepy?? Thank you Chito. I missed the PSE the first time and I could not get enough of it. I consider this a lucky break which Bob and Bong will surely agree and it gave us an immeasurable amount of fun and entertainment. I am now fully loaded. LOL |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 21, 2010 15:50:32 GMT
Beautiful, Ely. All very sharp, well done Thank you William. It was your picture of the PSE that inspired me to go and try my luck. |
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Post by Ariel Matias on Nov 21, 2010 19:16:06 GMT
Crisp and clear pictures. All excellent captures, Ely! Congratulations for nailing this one!
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 22, 2010 1:06:55 GMT
Crisp and clear pictures. All excellent captures, Ely! Congratulations for nailing this one! Thank you Ariel. Somehow when you missed something the first time you can't get enough of it the next time you see it. Mabuhay. |
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Post by Toto Gamboa on Nov 22, 2010 5:58:39 GMT
The bird looks untidy and gaunt compared to last month's shots. Great raptor shots sir Ely!
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 22, 2010 22:34:35 GMT
The bird looks untidy and gaunt compared to last month's shots. Great raptor shots sir Ely! Thank you Toto. The bird does not look like its getting enough to eat. During the photo session, not once did we see him eat anything. |
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Post by ka rene bajit on Nov 23, 2010 2:28:31 GMT
the third shot has a better profile, but the first shot reveals more details for scientific use... so i'd go for the first shot.^_^
nice to be there when they're there, ely.
bird photography then, is timing, creativity, and of course, the hardware.^_^
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Post by mantarey on Nov 23, 2010 10:36:19 GMT
Nice set Ely,sharp and well exposed.
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Post by Mark Itol on Nov 23, 2010 14:41:33 GMT
You have a lovely set here, sir Ely. I have the "shouting" eagle. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 24, 2010 3:36:34 GMT
the third shot has a better profile, but the first shot reveals more details for scientific use... so i'd go for the first shot.^_^ nice to be there when they're there, ely. bird photography then, is timing, creativity, and of course, the hardware.^_^ Thank you Rene for taking time out from your expeditions. Speaking of bird photography, I better heed your advice and go to UP this week while the Ferrogenous Flycatcher is still there. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 24, 2010 3:38:31 GMT
Nice set Ely,sharp and well exposed. Thank you Rey. You can say that the bird stayed there long enough to give Bong, Bob, and I to experiment with our camera settings. |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 24, 2010 3:40:06 GMT
You have a lovely set here, sir Ely. I have the "shouting" eagle. Thank you Mark. I am with you on the "Screaming Eagle". |
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