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Angry Tree Swallow


 
BetterPhoto.com Photo Contest Finalist   Angry Tree Swallow
Angry Tree Swallow
A Western Scrub Jay is attacked by a Tree Swallow that was nesting near by. This was shot at 1120mm in manual focus and happend so quick that I just had time to get the jay in focus. The swallow knocked the jay off the post and they both flew away in different directions.

Ron Goldman

 
 
 

Kimberly J. Whipps
 

Wow, this is an incredible shot. I love the DOF, makes the incoming look more menacing. Really fabulous.


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July 25, 2005

 

Jessica L. Richard
  what a great shot! this is awesome, love the dof and clarity of this!


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July 25, 2005

 

Sharon C. Hinze
  This is AMAZING! Had to shout it cuz its true!


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July 25, 2005

 

Lori Carlson
  So much for "feathered friends"! But it sure made for a wonderful photo Ron!! And the light is just so beautiful! :0)


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July 25, 2005

 

Ron Goldman
  Thank you everyone! This was one of those shots that I really wish I had the chance to do over. Unfortunately, the birds didn't want to try a second take. There was just enough time to get my camera swung around on the tripod and shoot so I didn't get the framing I would have liked. It was still fun to see though!


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July 25, 2005

 

Bryan Yates
  Better than incredibal! I love this!!!


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July 25, 2005

 

Ron Goldman
  Thank you Bryan!


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July 25, 2005

 

Lori Carlson
  Congratulations on your Finalist Ron!! :0)


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August 20, 2005

 

Ron Goldman
  Thank you Lori!


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August 21, 2005

 

Duane Carter
  Congratulations Ron, very excellent capture!!!! I tried about 100 shots a few weeks ago, in an attempt to catch a swallow as they were scooping insects out of the air. NO success.


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August 21, 2005

 

Ron Goldman
  Thank you Duane. Those swallows are fast! I hope you get the chance to catch one with an insect in it's beak. That would be a great shot!


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August 22, 2005

 

Leanne M.E. Boyd
  I love the action and colour, Ron! Congratulations on your placement!


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August 22, 2005

 

Leonard Pierce
  Congratulations Ron!!!


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August 22, 2005

 

Ron Goldman
  Thank you Leanne and Len!


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August 22, 2005

 
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