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Rainbow Bee-eater
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Rainbow Bee-eater (Merops ornatus)

Since finding this Bee-eater "hotspot'it has become a favourite location for me allbeit with the sand flies and mosquitoes that live in the mangroves. I used a technique of pre-focussing ahead of the birds inteded flight path and selecting a aperture/shutterspeed combination to give a reasonable chance for success. AF was useless in this situation due to the birds amazing agility and speed while feeding. Its incredible to watch! Concerntration and reflexes are key in this shooting situation and I must say I was a little ragged after a few hours of shooting. I think I was rewarded for my efforts though.
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Habitat
Mangroves
Location
Location: Mary River Heads, Queensland, Australia
Date taken
October 2008
Scientific name
Merops ornatus
Equipment used
Nikon D300, Nikon 600+1.4ex f7.1/2500 iso500.
A
I know how demanding it is trying to track these guys in flight, the maneuverability and speed are awesome indeed. Thanks for the tech tips and an excellent photo Jonwil. Welcome to bird forum, good to have another Queenslander on board
 
targetman
Great patience is needed in trying to get a superb flight capture like this your`s was well rewarded Excellent shot and post thank you.
 
madamcoolpix
o:) Wonderful result, your effort has been well rewarded!!! :bounce: A breathtaking and gorgeous Rainbow in flight!!! :t: :clap: :loveme:
 

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