(South African) Cliff Swallow, Hirundo spilodera catching Flying Ants (aka Termites) that have winged and are leaving their nest to build new colonies. Hand held shot in overcast wet (drizzle) conditions.
Post Rollover: Well that was close :) An HM in a FS!
Thank you all for the wild bird appreciation in Free Studies, for the much appreciated comments, 6+ votes & favourites & to h2, AnnCuttooth & bubeltrubel for image selection and editing advice.
Oh this is beautiful. It amazes me that you got a wonderful capture...your timing is impeccable. The fact that bird has a bug in its mouth, and the wings show just a hint of motion blur. The DOF of the green is wonderful. Great Job.
Well well Harvey, you outdid yourself on this one - I love to read the settings when Photographers are kind enough to put them in and I am amazed at how crisp the sigma is - mind you I have never held one so I don't know it's size but you nailed the important parts - the supper - I love how the wings are positioned - Victorious! Such a tiny bird and so much to look at well done indeed!
Oh yes, they are very active this year, swooping down almost smashing into one's face, I tried and tried but they are just too quick to get them nice and clear such as this one.
Hold tight, I have a gut feeling this is going to ribbon but if not, still a fantastic shot.
congrats.
Well done on a good finish Harvey. Sadly you missed the ribbons again but you should be proud of your shot. You do love those BIF shots chasing their prey don't you :-)
Great image again Harvey, these birds are so difficult to shoot. Love the focus and the way it stands against that green background. And congrats on your HM, so close to a ribbon in a FS. VWD!
There you are - New year's resolution done and dusted in one fell swoop! And not even the second month yet. So Super-Sixteen viewing on the couch the rest of the year? Hehe
When I saw this shot during voting.. I knew who it was...but wasnt going to risk being wrong...lol. Great capture Harvey. Fabulous shot and well done on placing.
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