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Maybe I shouldn't have landed here...

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Posted by Ian Mason on May 24, 2009 at 5:03 PM
Maybe I shouldn't have landed here...
1D2n, 600mm f4 is x1.4, 1/640, f8, iso 400.

I probably should be happy with this and maybe I will be in a few days. Right now I'm seething! I had been photographing him in a different tree, partly hidden. I packed up and started on the 90 minute hike back to the car. He decided to follow me and I got a whole series of him flying to the perch, landing and then spending forever getting balanced. Then I realised I was on manual focus. :mad: Wasted! It was hilarious to watch and at least I have the memory.

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Posted by Craig Jones on May 24, 2009 at 6:17 PM
But at least you got this beauty :biggrin: :biggrin: lovely pose/detail, very nice :wink: :wink: :wavey:
Posted by Tom Smit on May 25, 2009 at 2:18 AM
Great shot, Sorry to hear you spoiled the others.
:toast: :toast:
Posted by Sandra Hendrikse on May 25, 2009 at 2:52 AM
It is a real pity that most of your pictures went wrong, but fortunately you have got this one. Great shot and a wonderful pose. :smile: :smile:
Posted by David Kjaer on May 25, 2009 at 4:53 AM
Hi Ian

Nice pose and unusual perch - good to something different from 'catching fish'

David :toast:
Posted by Mark Davies on May 25, 2009 at 5:00 AM
That tee shirt is one we have all worn at some stage no doubt.Me with it in all sizes!
Super image and just reward for your endevours.
Posted by Brett Lewis on May 25, 2009 at 6:01 AM
Really nice image and one you should be pleased with. the story goes very well with it and I cn see how frustrated you must have been. A great encounter, image and thanks for sharing with us.

Kind regards,

Brett :toast: