Trio of White-Faced Ibis w/Re-post

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Description

Malheur NWR, Burns Oregon
There are large, skittish flocks of ibis here, and they fly often in groups.
Good light to catch the glossy colours

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all comments welcome

Technical Details

Sony A1
Exposure Time: 1/2500 sec
F Number: f/12
ISO Speed Ratings: ISO 4000
Exposure Program: Manual
Metering Mode: Average
Exposure Bias: 0 EV
Focal Length: 840 mm
Lens Model: FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter
GPS:


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Fantastic. The colors and detail really came out well and all three nicely focused. I like the setting as well. Maybe a bit more room on the left to fly into? I’ve been to Malheur many times, but never had a shot like this. If they’re in flight, they’re flying away from me. Great job.

Thanks, I agree! Updated post…

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Just FYI -

Showing your edited image side by side with the original image is a good idea. Viewers won’t have to scroll up and down to search for the edited image. While doing this, it is also helpful to edit the post’s title to indicate a revised image. Here’s what I suggest:

At the bottom of your post, click the pencil to edit the post. You are then taken to the edit mode of your entry. If you want the edited image to appear first, I suggest placing the cursor at the top before the original image. Otherwise, go to the line after the original image and upload the new image. Since you are in edit mode, you can add new text before/after the images to ensure viewers know the original and edited versions. You can also edit the post’s title and add something to indicate a reworked or newly edited image. For example, some people add (+ rework) after the post title. I hope this helps.

Very nice, Sandy. I’ve seen this species at Malheur several times, but like Allen, never a group and usually flying away. The added canvas is a nice touch and you got them against a sweet background.

Hi Sandy
Nice job of capturing the coloring on these Ibis. The repost give your photograph some breathing room.
Peter

Yes, the RP is excellent!! Very nice capture with excellent sharpness on the birds and a lovely soft BG with just enough detail.

Thank you, Kristen - lots of new stuff on the site now.