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Grey Wagtail
Jonno52

Grey Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea)

On the roof of our substation last year. So far this autumn, there hasn't been enough rain for a pool to form.

Thank you for your comments, stay safe and well.

John
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Habitat
Breeds by fast-flowing streams in rocky upland areas; more closely tied to running water than other wagtails. In winter, a little more widespread away from water, including in city centres (Opus)
Location
London, UK (taken at home)
Date taken
10 October 2021
Scientific name
Motacilla cinerea
Equipment used
Canon EOS 7D Mk II, Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM
Shutter speed, aperture & ISO
1/800th sec, f/5.6, ISO 2000
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bievreJJ
beautiful portrait of this preening elegant wagtail, John, top class, many tfs!!
Hope the water will soon attract the birds again.
Stay well and safe, JJ
 
Stanley Jones
Supporter
Beautiful wagtail and a brilliant picture showing fabulous colors, feather detail, lighting, and setting. Excellent John! TFS!
 
delia todd
Staff member
Opus Editor
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Mmmm.... a right splendid picture you've taken of this pretty wagtail John.

Many thanks for showing him to us my friend.
 

Media information

Category
Britain & Europe
Added by
Jonno52
Date added
View count
201
Comment count
8

Image metadata

Device
Canon Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Aperture
ƒ/5.6
Focal length
400.0 mm
Exposure time
1/800 second(s)
ISO
2000
Flash
Off, did not fire
Filename
Grey Wagtail 443A8885 950 standard BF.jpg
File size
169.8 KB
Date taken
Sun, 10 October 2021 12:56 PM
Dimensions
950px x 594px

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