Monday, 22 January 2007

Water birds (and a comet)

iso 400, f 4, ss 1/4000


This afternoon I went down to the river to take some bird pics. I kinda like this one with the birds in flight, but I'm not sure if its a bit too busy.





iso 400, f 5.6, ss 1/1250


This is a Rufus Night Heron. When I was a kid I was really into birdwatching. I've never seen one of these before, so that was kinda cool.





iso 400, f 4, ss 0.8 sec


And just for something different, this is the Comet McNaught. It was quite impressive. This was about 50 minutes after sunset, later it was even better, but no pretty sky.
Hope you all have a good week.

15 comments:

Sara said...

I like your bird close up- cool shot! I'm impressed.
And your comet pic is lovely. I don't have a strong opinion of the first photo. It's pretty, maybe too busy?

Lorrie said...

great pictures... and the comet picture have lovely covers! Oh, and there is water in the first picture... so it does count! lol!

Dar Kaso said...

Great captures. Wow, the comet one is more than cool, the coloring is fabulous.

Stephanie said...

The comet picture is very cool! I've heard that it's very difficult to shoot comets and stars, but you nailed it!

nomo wino daph said...

WOW! These are fabulous shots!!

Mom2Drew said...

Oooo...your comet is GREAT! I like the others, but this one really stands out, very nice!

Mar said...

Wowsers!!! A comet shot!? How awesome are you!

It is beautiful!

Andrea said...

WOW! I love the comet, so amazing! The color in the first picture really pops! As usual, I have enjoyed!

barb said...

All of your pictures are fabulous!

Michelle said...

i love the first pic...no i don't think it's too busy! great shot!

lj0208 said...

love your comet photo, I tried the other night, but to no avail.

I will try again tonight.

Anonymous said...

oh these are great and the one of the comet! WOW!
Cari

Hope said...

Wow that second shot is gorgeous. Looks like it came from a bird book.

Michelle said...

nice pics. I really like your comet pic!

Debbie said...

The comet shot is awesome!!!