Birds Bittern on the hunt... possibly for me!

[Uncle Kevriano]

One of the most elusive of the Heron family, the Bittern. We had an amazing day at Bittern, seeing 4 different birds and just missing a 5th. Pretty much unheard of. This shot (one of many taken) stood out straight away, as it really shows the amazing camouflage and those incredible, specially adapted for reed climbing, feet well. A special day, more shots once I've processed them (next year at this rate!)

• ILCE-7RM4
• FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS
• 485.0 mm
• ƒ/7.1
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 640

 

[Scaber]

Well done, it's quite rare to see these birds in my experience. Lovely capture.

 

[Sdawes]

Great shot Kev , Minsmere ?

 

[Uncle Kevriano]

Cheers Steve. Yes, Minsmere. Unreal that day.