Yesterday I shared some photos of American Oyster Catchers feeding in an oyster bed. I thought I’d share some images of them in flight today.
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Catching Oysters
Most of the photos I’ve seen of American Oyster Catchers are fairly static poses. I’m as guilty as anyone when it comes to shots of American Oyster Catchers looking over their shoulder and giving the […]
Ruddy Turnstone
The Ruddy Turnstone is a small wading bird found in and about coastal Carolina. Highly migratory I see these birds around the estuaries in the spring sporting their breeding plummage and during fall and winter […]
Marbled Godwits
In the past I’ve avoided visiting the Rachel Carson Estuarine Reserve at low tide. My best spots for birds are nearly impossible to get to. However I was really Jonsing for a paddle so I […]
Summer’s Last Hold-Outs
I noticed a couple hold-outs from summer while out in the yard today. I couldn’t resist making a couple photos before they disappear till next year.
Tiny Tree Frogs
I was visiting the hiking trails in the Emerald Woods park of Coast Guard Road in Emerald Isle the other morning When I disovered serveral tiny Green Tree Frogs. I have to admit the litte […]
Camera Simulator: A Great Learning Tool.
I came across a link to this neat online photography educational tool while visiting the Carolinas Nature Photography Association’s member forums. If you’re somewhat new to photography or are used to point and shoot cameras […]
There’s Something About Oyster Catchers
I don’t think it’s a secret that I enjoy these birds. The bright colors against their black and white body coloring makes the fun too look at. Plus they’re often calm compared to a lot […]
I’m a Bit Spoiled
I can admit it, I’m a bit spoiled. No really. Within a few minutes drive of my home I can launch my kayak and surround myself with lots of photographic opportunities. Wading birds, shorebirds… even […]
Young Wild Mustang on Shackleford Banks
I recently visited Shackleford Banks to guide another photographer on his quest to photograph the wild horses. During our visit we were blessed with getting to observe and photograph one of the younger members of […]