Spring 2009 Bird ID Thread.

[SARtech]

Hey experts! What would be the best way to get a good shot of these guys? I think they are so pretty. Less telephoto and hope they come closer? (This shot was with my zoom at 300mm)

[paulnj]

Hey experts! What would be the best way to get a good shot of these guys? I think they are so pretty. Less telephoto and hope they come closer? (This shot was with my zoom at 300mm)

Fast and accurate Auto focus or good Manual focus skills is the most important. From there you will need to practice tracking your subject. Panning with your subject isn't easy, but practice makes perfect so they say.

Most importantly... luck

[Rivman]

Hey experts! What would be the best way to get a good shot of these guys? I think they are so pretty. Less telephoto and hope they come closer? (This shot was with my zoom at 300mm)

. . . maybe a little popcorn to lure them closer.
Oops, you must mean the Swallows - I thought you were talking about the Canada Geese.
Maybe see where they all fly to, or are nesting, and a better oportunity may be available ?

[Rivman]

. . . two easy ones, at the feeder today.
The males are just starting to molt, and pick up thier bright yellow colour.