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Frank Kearney
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p.1 #1 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Our family gathered in Maui this Christmas, and I had an opportunity to visit some wonderful places to capture some bird pictures. The forest birds included here were photographed in Hosmer Grove on Haleakala at an altitude of 7000 feet, which is why they have survived the Mongoose which runs rampant on the island, and eats bird eggs. The water birds were shot in Kaneha Wildlife Preserve, right in the middle of Kahalui next to the airport. The forest birds are endemic Hawaiian birds as are the wetland birds. The wetland birds pictured here, are also on the Federal List of Endangered Species.

This is my first time at this, and I have been inspired and motivated by the stunning photographs posted here on a daily basis. The generosity of the wonderful photographers who share their techniques, tips and ideas, and encourage us through their talent, is very much appreciated.

Any comments or criticism that would help in my growth as a photographer, would be very welcome and accepted in the spirit in which they are given.

Franko

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:39 AM

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p.1 #2 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

1. This is the 'I'Iwi, whose wings make a whirring sound as he flies. He flitted like a bee and then posed for me.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:42 AM

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p.1 #3 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Franko.....these are gonna be nice......I'll wait!!

Edited by Dave In La on Jan 17, 2008 at 08:46 PM GMT

Edited on Jan 18, 2008 at 02:46 AM

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:42 AM

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p.1 #4 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Very nice!

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:43 AM

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p.1 #5 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

2. This is the Maui 'Amakihi, who blends in very nicely with the vegetation.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:44 AM

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p.1 #6 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

3. While I was shooting the 'Amakihi he turned toward me as if to ask just what I thought I was doing in his park.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:45 AM

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p.1 #7 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

4. The hardest of all to catch was this 'Apapane who was very shy. On the side of the mountain you are in and out of the clouds and mist, and I caught this guy just as the rain started again.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:48 AM

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p.1 #8 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

5. Here again is the 'I'Iwi, hard at work, and demonstrating the reason for that long curved bill.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:50 AM

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p.1 #9 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

6. This little guy worked so hard to get this fish down, but he kept dropping it, and finally a Coot chased him and took it away,while he watched. I saw him catch another later.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:54 AM

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p.1 #10 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

7. This Hawaiian Coot does not have webbed feet, and flies very little. They are very aggressive and constantly charge any other bird that gets too close.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:56 AM

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p.1 #11 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

8. Here is the somewhat rare red billed version.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:57 AM

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p.1 #12 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

9. This pair of Koloa, or Hawaiian duck, were constantly moving around the pond together, and again I was surprised to see ducks eating fish.

Jan 18, 2008 at 02:59 AM

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p.1 #13 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

10. And finally my attempt at capturing birds in flight. This pair were rarely close enough to capture them in flight, and my skills are limited. This is about a 90% crop. But the Drakes colors are beautiful.

Jan 18, 2008 at 03:02 AM

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p.1 #14 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Thanks for looking, and again thanks for all the wonderful photos you post here.

Jan 18, 2008 at 03:02 AM

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p.1 #15 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Many nice shots - but my favorite is # 1.

Thanks for sharing

Lil

Jan 18, 2008 at 03:08 AM

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p.1 #16 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Great shots, Frank! #6 is a Hawaiian Stilt in case you didn't know.

Jan 18, 2008 at 03:35 AM

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p.1 #17 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Sorry, Kevin - I did know that, and failed to mention it. This bird was one of the few that I saw that was not banded. I was told that most of the birds existent are banded. The Hawaiian Goose and State Bird the Nene, apparently has had every bird alive tagged. I will be uploading more photos next week and will include the Nene.

Jan 18, 2008 at 03:37 PM

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p.1 #18 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Lovely shots, 2, 6 and 8 are my favourites. I never saw a duck eating a fish before either. Great!

Jan 18, 2008 at 04:08 PM

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p.1 #19 · Maui, Maui, Christmas

Thanks, Alistair. I also had no idea ducks were omnivores and was completely taken aback when she caught this fish. She would not chance losing it either, as she waded ashore and ate the fish on land in case it broke loose. Smart duck!

Jan 20, 2008 at 03:00 AM


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