Just started to go round a disused airfield site that I frequent. when
two Turtle Doves flew out from below one of the Pheasant feeders. A welcome sight.
I sat nearby waiting for the rain to stop, when after about 15 mins the two birds landed quite close by. I attempted to lower the window, but within seconds they had gone again. They flew a short distance down the runway and I observed them walking away towards the next feeder. They walked a fair old distance, but I could see a queue at the next feeder. Stock Doves Partridges etc.
I knew there was no way the Turtle Doves would get a look in.
After an eternity they turned around and came back making numerous stops and appearing quite nervous.
Not the easiest of birds to get close to at the best of times, so I was well pleased.
Hi Major
I had one of these land in a tree in front of me a couple of weeks ago whilst i was waiting for a marmot to appear,It picked the only branch on an old pine that had another brnch infront of it,A great view but a naff shot so i didnt bother,A beautful bird rarely seen-Lucky you with this one-very nice
Posted by Elliott Neep on May 23, 2006 at 10:10 AM
Gorgeous colours and a great shot of a bird rarely seen in these parts. They have such striking plumage. Well done for being so patient and you have a fine reward for your effort.
An attractive shot with good composition, an excellent effort given the circumstances and photographic opportunities you describe. Good colours and the background works well. I might consider cropping a bit from the top and having a slightly more letterbox shape.
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11 repliestwo Turtle Doves flew out from below one of the Pheasant feeders. A welcome sight.
I sat nearby waiting for the rain to stop, when after about 15 mins the two birds landed quite close by. I attempted to lower the window, but within seconds they had gone again. They flew a short distance down the runway and I observed them walking away towards the next feeder. They walked a fair old distance, but I could see a queue at the next feeder. Stock Doves Partridges etc.
I knew there was no way the Turtle Doves would get a look in.
After an eternity they turned around and came back making numerous stops and appearing quite nervous.
Not the easiest of birds to get close to at the best of times, so I was well pleased.
Major
Brilliant
I had one of these land in a tree in front of me a couple of weeks ago whilst i was waiting for a marmot to appear,It picked the only branch on an old pine that had another brnch infront of it,A great view but a naff shot so i didnt bother,A beautful bird rarely seen-Lucky you with this one-very nice
Graeme
Phillip.
An attractive shot with good composition, an excellent effort given the circumstances and photographic opportunities you describe. Good colours and the background works well. I might consider cropping a bit from the top and having a slightly more letterbox shape.
cheers
Sean
Well seen and well caught, unfortunately these seem to be ever scarcer.
Best wishes
Phil
bags of detail in the feathers of the bird also very good composition. The BG also suits the colour of the bird.
John
Aberdeen
Well done.