Posted by Rob Graham on January 17, 2009 at 10:30 PM
Pinyon Jays are rare in Kansas, especially in north central Kansas. This bird has been hanging out for a month at a residence near Salina, and I finally had a chance to get up there to take a look. I just posted a full body version in Avian, but here is an alternate view of the jay. Pinyon Jays are a social species, so one can imaging this one is calling for others of his species.
Posted by David Pollard on January 18, 2009 at 12:11 AM
Great shot Rob thats what Im looking for in my photographs the quality is fantastic what lens and settings did you use.
Posted by Rob Graham on January 18, 2009 at 9:34 AM
Thanks, David. I use a 50D, with a Tamron 200-500mm lens, f/8, ISO 800, 1/800.
Posted by Wayne Rhodus on January 19, 2009 at 6:36 AM
Nice shot Rob. I've only seen these in reference books so I'm sure this was a treat for you to see in person. The eye's is nice and sharp and I like the action of the Pinyon too.
I'm hoping to figure out the capabilities of my new 50D matched with my long lens. I won't have quite the reach you do so I'll have to work extra hard to get in close. Thanks for sharing!
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3 repliesI'm hoping to figure out the capabilities of my new 50D matched with my long lens. I won't have quite the reach you do so I'll have to work extra hard to get in close. Thanks for sharing!