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Rare Bird
assayer

Rare Bird (Scolopax minor)

American Woodcock - ISO 1600, 1/30sec and handheld.
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Habitat
damp, brushy woods
Location
Houston, TX - Backyard
Date taken
20 Dec 2005
Scientific name
Scolopax minor
Equipment used
Canon 10D, 300mm f2.8 IS w/ 1.4 Ext
psilo
I have only ever seen these roding. I have never seen one on the ground, nice one!
 
IanF
Congrats on getting the shot on it's return visit - especially in your backyard.
 
raulqc
Excellent capture.
I am looking at your setings and you must be a rock... hand held, 1/30 @ 300mm. Also no noticiable noise at ISO 1600. WOW!
 

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