Roseate Dipping

Roseate spoonbill.
Ajaia ajaja.
Merritt Island NWR; Titusville, Florida.
February 25th, 2007.
Nikon D70s.
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Ah, the roseate spoonbill... This is the one bird that always makes me feel like a child when I'm in its presence. Quite literally, each and every time I'm near a roseate, I get all giddy. My hands shake and I find myself absolutely thrilled to be near such a unique, odd, and utterly gorgeous animal. This, of course, makes shooting the bird difficult.

Again, I wish I had a better lens setup, more telephote/aperture action. But, I take what I can get. Ultimately, the act of shooting the bird is more gratifying than the product of the photograph. Still, I wouldn't mind being able to step up my game a few notches when it comes to these birds.

~ janson