Thirsty Robin
Uploaded: February 21, 2009
The American Robin, Turdus migratorius, is a migratory songbird of the thrush family. It is named after the European Robin because of the male's bright red breast, though the two species are not closely related.
F/10, 1/1000th, ISO 200 @ 600mm FL. Clear & sunny.
Exif: F Number: 10, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 600.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Bonnie C. Lackey February 21, 2009
Terrific detail down to the water dripping from his mouth. Nice work, Howard! #1087164Michelle Alton February 21, 2009
Howard, this is a truly magnificent shot. You have nailed him perfectly in this natural environment. Winner for sure. #7189985Monnie Ryan February 21, 2009
Fantastic shot, Howard! I'm hoping to see a few robins in our yard in another month or so. This is a great action shot. #7190090Dominick M. Dimacale February 21, 2009
Amazing capture here Howard, you timing is perfect.
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Anne M. Young February 21, 2009
Super capture - love your pov #7190432Nikki McDonald February 21, 2009
What a wonderful capture -- impeccable timing and great clarity and detail. Beautifully done, Howard. #7190470Melissa Olsen February 21, 2009
WOW...this is a masterpiece of beauty and color. Fabulous and added to my favs. Love it! #7190606Carol L. Fowler February 21, 2009
Great timing to catch the drink midair. Beautiful colors and detail too. #7191034Summer A. Kozisek February 21, 2009
Fantastic timing and capture Howard! #7191964Lori Carlson March 18, 2009
Fantastic timing, sharp, well exposed and quite beautiful! :0) #7300873Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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