[PhilM]

We came across an area near Bolivar Flats along the TX coast where Kingfishers were fishing some inland ponds. It was along a 2-lane country highway so we just pulled off the road & watched. Unfortunately, the ponds were on the opposite side and not visible.


Nikon Z7II, 600F4, 2XTC (1200mm)

1) Rooster Impersonation

2) On watch

3) Got one!

4) Shake, shake, shake...

5) I can shake too

 

[Ralph]

We came across an area near Bolivar Flats along the TX coast where Kingfishers were fishing some inland ponds. It was along a 2-lane country highway so we just pulled off the road & watched. Unfortunately, the ponds were on the opposite side and not visible.


Nikon Z7II, 600F4, 2XTC (1200mm)

1) Rooster Impersonation

2) On watch

3) Got one!

4) Shake, shake, shake...

5) I can shake too

Awesome series Phil! I am very jealous. How far away were you and what lens did you use?

 

[sh1209]

great images!

 

[TomMills23]

Amazing photos! Nice captures.

 

[PhilM]

Awesome series Phil! I am very jealous. How far away were you and what lens did you use?

Thanks Ralph.
It was the Nikon 600 F4E (latest version) with a 2xTC. We were probably within about 50 feet, shooting from the vehicle window. In my experience, these guys bolt when a human is anywhere remotely close so we knew it was a special opportunity.

 

[PhilM]

great images!

Much appreciated Steven. Can't wait to try again with the Z9. ;-)

 

[PhilM]

Amazing photos! Nice captures.

Thanks again, Tom. I appreciate the kind words.

 

[Ralph]

Thanks Ralph.
It was the Nikon 600 F4E (latest version) with a 2xTC. We were probably within about 50 feet, shooting from the vehicle window. In my experience, these guys bolt when a human is anywhere remotely close so we knew it was a special opportunity.

It certainly was. During the month of October I setup a hide several times and the best I could do was about 75ft with my 500. And when she was fishing she was more than 100ft away. I got some really nice shots but yours are great. Nice going.

 

[DanG]

Like them all, but number one is amazing.

 

[PhilM]

Like them all, but number one is amazing.

Thank you Dan. I appreciate the kind words.

 

[agrumpybirdphotographer]

We came across an area near Bolivar Flats along the TX coast where Kingfishers were fishing some inland ponds. It was along a 2-lane country highway so we just pulled off the road & watched. Unfortunately, the ponds were on the opposite side and not visible.


Nikon Z7II, 600F4, 2XTC (1200mm)

1) Rooster Impersonation

2) On watch

3) Got one!

4) Shake, shake, shake...

5) I can shake too

Stunning series of images.

 

[NorthernFocus]

You did well, Phil. I love the shaking shots. Something a little different.

 

[SonoranDesert]

Number 1 is NUMBER ONE! Overall, fantastic shots.

 

[Lance B]

Great series, Phil!

 

[PhilM]

Stunning series of images.

Thank you Gordon.

You did well, Phil. I love the shaking shots. Something a little different.

I appreciate the kind words Dan. These guys are typically skittish (at least on our area) that it's difficult to get anything more than a distant shot.

Number 1 is NUMBER ONE! Overall, fantastic shots.

Thank you Lisa. That was actually one of the 1st shots of the morning. It was an indicator for the day to come.

Great series, Phil!

Much appreciated, as always, Lance.

 

[curtf]

Great shots! The last one is my favorite.

 

[PhilM]

Great shots! The last one is my favorite.

Thank you, Curt. They were "hamming it up" for us. Lol!

 

[ssheipel]

Very, very nice!!