Feeding time

Gallery: AvianPosted November 20, 2011199 views9 comments

This image of the adult Red-Knobbed Coot was shot from a hide in the West Coast National Park in South Africa. The angle is a bit steep, but I like the interaction between adult and chick, especially the upturned beak and the little feet sticking out in anticipation of the meal.

Canon 1d MK IV
Canon 500mm F4.0
1/2000
f6.4
ISO 640

Thanks for looking. Your input is hugely appreciated.

Comments

9 comments

Comment posted by Ron Dudley on November 20, 2011 at 9:14 AM

I like what you like here Neal. A tough exposure done well and I enjoy the intimate look at the behavior of both birds. Agree that a lower angle would have been nice.

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Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on November 20, 2011 at 11:31 AM

A lower angle may have been nicer, but those little feet sticking out may have been missed! Nice moment caught! Sharon

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Comment posted by Angela McCain on November 20, 2011 at 3:37 PM

Great interaction shot. Those feet say it all.

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Comment posted by denise ippolito on November 20, 2011 at 5:47 PM

Very nice interaction. I like this angle since we can see the feet spread like they are, it adds interest. Nicely done.

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Comment posted by Tom Wilson on November 20, 2011 at 8:23 PM

Never even seen a Red-knobbed Coot. Nice interation, really good framing. All the basic technicals are good. Nice image.

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Comment posted by Soubhik Patranabis on November 21, 2011 at 12:42 PM

Awesome !!

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Comment posted by Ray Whitt on November 22, 2011 at 7:59 PM

Wonderful behavior shot.

Ray

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Comment posted by Howard Cheek on November 24, 2011 at 8:28 AM

Love the interaction and timing Neal.
I also like the way the chicks feet are splayed behind too.
Well done & Happy Turkey Day!

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Comment posted by May Haga on December 7, 2011 at 8:34 AM

Excellent timing Neal. Nice to catch the chick at this age, looks only a few days old. Love the splayed feet and the way it is reaching up to the adult for food.
May

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