A few bird shots...

[A.M.D.A.]

Here are some of my bird photos, comments & suggestions welcomed.

I used my FZ7K for all 5 and only minor post-retouching was done.

#1. Male red winged blackbird - taken at R. Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Delta, B.C.
#2. Seagull - in Vancouver, B.C.
#3. Inca Dove - SE Coahuila, Mexico.
#4. Cordilleran flycatcher - SE Coahuila, Mexico.
#5. Black-chinned hummingbird - SE Coahuila, Mexico.
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[Loupey]

Nice job. Of these, I like the RWBB and flycatcher images the most due to the more flattering angle and postures of those two.

[A.M.D.A.]

Thanks Loupey!

[Eric D]

Awesome shots you have here!! The Fly Catcher photo is spot on. TFS!!

[A.M.D.A.]

Thanks Eric D!

The flycatcher was about 3-5 meters away. Usually, I try to get as close as possible when photographing birds, but without disturbing them. This takes quite a bit of time and patience!

[mn shutterbug]

All nice, but I also go with the flycatcher. It's an awesome shot.

[A.M.D.A.]

Thanks mn shutterbug!

[scott-devon]

Wow, gorgeous shots. I'll echo the others, the Rwb and the flycatcher are super. That Reifel Sanctuary is a great spot, I can 't wait to spend some time there on my next trip out.

[A.M.D.A.]

Thanks scott-devon!

I agree that this sanctuary is a great spot, the few times I have been there in winter, my bird life list sky-jumped. There was almost a new bird just around a bend in every trail.:yesnod: