Dusky Moorhen

Hey all,

I took these photos at a local small lake. These birds walk right up to you and have almost no fear. Shots taken with 350d and Sigma 50-500 (Bigma)

Larger versions are available at my gallery. (see sig)

Hope you enjoy.

1. Swimming for shore.

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thanks for posting them,you dont often see pics of moorhens, the black body and bright coloured bill really makes them stand out,they are common in the uk but tend to keep their distance

Thanks Kawwauser.

The ones at this lake are often fed by people and as such have very little fear. I was lying on the ground for these and as long as i didn't move much they were more then happy to walk right near me.

My biggest problem was that with the 50-500mm on i couldnt focus very close so when they got close i just had to sit and wait for them to move away.

maybe i need to buy a second body and macro lens

.... or (after looking in the wallet) maybe not

Marty

Nice shots, I do love those big feet!

Man, very nice captures of the moorhen Marty. Love the composition, nice timing too.