Crested Caracara-My First Capture

[Reyno]

I totally agree with Blue Deuce, this bird is very elusive as it took me several trips to the Viera Wetlands over a period of two months to see and capture this magnificent feathered friend. Thanks for viewing.

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o240/reyno_photos/69778033.jpg

[kr88]

Nice going. Your persistanc payed off with one fine capture. Nicely done Reyno!

[Reyno]

Hehehe...sorry for POTN's misgivings but if you'd refresh or right click and choose -show picture, it'll show up or better yet, visit the source: http://www.pbase.com/reybeckfilms/image/69778033

[Blue Deuce]

I just got excited when I saw you bagged one. Really nice job on not blowing out the whiteish throat feathers and nice colors on this adult. You also got lucky not getting one that has multiple tagging bands.

Was this today ? I thought about making the drive but the weather kept me home.

Welcome to the club.

[Wayne Wood]

What an awesome looking bird ,,, very well done Reyno

[Reyno]

Thanks Keith, BD, & Wayne for the looks and comments.
BD:I took this last Sunday but the encounter was very brief as I was only able to fire four shots including a butt shot in-flight.

[ZipDude66]

Congratulation Reyno! That's a shot to be proud of.

Zip

[iplayazi]

Yes very proud of. Fantastic job on the exposure

Todd

[Anthony J Howe]

This is one stunning shot Reyno, the light and shadows are good in this shot and good pose by the bird, well done.

[Reyno]

Thanks Zip, Todd, & Tony for the looks and comments. All's much appreciated.

[pttenn]

What lenses did you use for this and the eagle shots? Fantastic! And how close did you get?
Karen

[T.D.]

Fantastic capture! The detail in this one is top notch.

Way to go and thanks for sharing.

[Sharpy]

Well done Reyno - beautifully exposed shot! give yourself a 'pat on the back'.
Regards Alan.

[cfcRebel]

I just love the dark hair. I ahve seen wig looks just like that.:D
Nice job capturing one Reyno. What a beautiful photo.

[Reyno]

Thanks Zip, Todd, Tony, Karen, Turnerzdad, sharpy, & Fee for the looks and comments.

Karen: On this one and the Bald Eagle in-flight, I used 100-400 @ 400 handheld
The perched Bald Eagle, it's the EF 500 handheld
I wasn't close on the Eagle at all, I'd say >100 yards
The Caracara, I got lucky I to within 100-125 feet.

[bromm]

Thats one awesome capture Reyno! Well done. Thanks for sharing with us. I wish that was one of my pics...

[Gary Fairhead]

Magnificent looking bird and beautifully captured. Excellent work!

[canonloader]

How did I miss this one? What a great looking bird. I particularly like the alligator leather beak holster. Very chic. :D

[Billginthekeys]

wow, great shot reyno, you guys are making me want to go out and find one hahaha. very nice shots. congrats on finding him.

[alpha788]

Brilliant capture Reyno - sharp and detailed!

[Reyno]

Thanks Trevor, Gary, Mitch, Billy, & Stan for taking the time to view and comment.

[Alex Paul]

Reyno: What a cool looking bird and most excellent shot....Wow!!!! Alex

[Reyno]

Thanks much Alex.

[pttenn]

Thanks Zip, Todd, Tony, Karen, Turnerzdad, sharpy, & Fee for the looks and comments.

Karen: On this one and the Bald Eagle in-flight, I used 100-400 @ 400 handheld
The perched Bald Eagle, it's the EF 500 handheld
I wasn't close on the Eagle at all, I'd say >100 yards
The Caracara, I got lucky I to within 100-125 feet.

I'm eagerly awaiting my 400L..only big lens I can afford (or at least justify for a hobby...) Can't wait!
Karen

[dancad]

Excellent, crisp shot! A bit hot on the back of the head...but the overall greatness of the shot overshadows this. Very good.