These might be the fastest of the small wading birds. It’s always an adventure trying to catch them in flight.
This bird flew straight down the side of the small swamp facing the rookery. I think I was already focusing on him as he began to fly off, otherwise I probably would have only caught a series of bird toes.
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Speedy White Ibis
Speedy White Ibis
Speedy White Ibis
Speedy White Ibis
Great shots !
One of the more challenging birds in flight for sure. A pretty good number of them have been here lately. Should have plenty of practice.
Wonderful set!
🙏🙏, thanks. A frustrating bird to photo in the air. This day I was surprised at how many I actually caught in focus. Of course it’s January and I have probably used all my Ibis luck for the year 😵💫
I know exactly what you mean Ted, I can’t count the number of toes-only shots that end up in my tins. Always tough to keep the focus on as they pass through the wooded background like that.
My bird tracking helps with these smaller guys but I think it’s more about me than the system. Panning on a rocket is just plain hard LOL.