Pond Heron

This is another of my favourite shots from Ranthambhore - I'll go back to tigers soon. It's a pond heron or "magic bird." The magic appellation comes from what happens when it takes off. Having been dull and well camouflaged on its legs, the pond heron turns white when it spreads its wings at takes off. Fascinating to see.
Alan

Brand:	Canon
Camera:	Canon EOS 5D MkII
Lens:	Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS
Recording media:	RAW (digital)
Date Taken:	21 Apr 2012 - 10:17 AM
Focal Length:	400mm
Lens Max Aperture:	f/7.1
Aperture:	f/10.0
Shutter Speed:	1/400sec
Exposure Comp:	0.0
ISO:	500
Exposure Mode:	Aperture-priority AE
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
Flash:	Off, Did not fire

Title:	Pond Heron
Username:	alansnap
Uploaded:	4 May 2012 - 9:57 AM
Tags:	India, Pond heron, Rajasthan, Ranthambhore, Ranthambhore National Park, Wildlife / nature
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