Flash of Yellow
Uploaded: August 21, 2004
This Meadowlark was perfectly camouflaged by its streaked back feathers while it foraged for emerging termites, but as soon as it looked up it flashed its bright yellow breast; Bosque del Apach National Wildlife Refuge, NM;f3.5 1/800s @ 70.00mm; cropped and enhanced in Photoshop; Feedback greatly appreciated!
Karma Wilson August 21, 2004
Great shot Pamela. Birds are NOT easy to get.Karma #160594
Pamela K August 21, 2004
Thanks, Karma!There was a whole flock of these guys foraging on termites and I was in my car. Every time I pulled up they'd take off down the road (usually when I stopped), so I drove past them and waited for them to catch up to me. I had to get to the other side of them to get the light. Anyway, once I was stopped, they pretty much ignored me. This guy was particularly brave and came nice and close. I think I have close to 50 "bad" shots leading up to this, though....
Pam #726145
Cathy Gregor August 21, 2004
Great catch, Pam! I love the yellow!Pamela K August 21, 2004
Thanks, Cathy!Pam #726571
Jill A. Johnson August 21, 2004
glad you kept with it Pam this is a great capture... nicely done hun :) #726608Pamela K August 21, 2004
Thanks, Jill! I was very glad too!Pam #726616
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