American White Pelican

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10 replies

Posted by Dan Walters on May 16, 2009 at 11:22 PM

Captured this image at Sloans Lake tonight. Thanks for looking.

Canon 1D Mark2
Sigma 500mm f/4.5 lens

Posted by Todd Caudle on May 17, 2009 at 12:24 AM

Great action shot, Dan! I also really like the texture in the water's surface.

Posted by Stan Rose on May 17, 2009 at 2:32 AM

yeah, the reflections and flying droplets really make the shot--nice!

Posted by Roger Rouch on May 17, 2009 at 8:34 AM

Sort of shows both the ungainliness and grace of these birds, at the same time. Very neat photo.

Posted by Joshua Hardin on May 17, 2009 at 1:08 PM

You captured this moment wonderfully Dan. Nice job!

Posted by Jack Garrett on May 17, 2009 at 4:52 PM

very nice capture..I too like the water droplets as it conveys the action.

Jack

Posted by Don George on May 17, 2009 at 5:32 PM

Great capture!

Posted by Jody Grigg on May 18, 2009 at 9:28 AM

Well done Dan, as always a great wildlife shot!

Posted by Dave Showalter` on May 18, 2009 at 11:47 AM

Excellent image - it has it all - action, color, texture, and a beautiful animal!

Posted by Dan Walters on May 18, 2009 at 8:24 PM

Thanks for the comments!

Posted by Kelly Black on May 22, 2009 at 1:01 PM

Dan,
Nice action shot, beautiful lighting.