Spotted Sandpiper with young
/forum/topic/789578/0

2 end

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

At our favourite beaver pond a few days ago we watched this spotted sandpiper.
1.

It was apparent that she had young hidden in the grasses but was reluctant to let them come out probably because of this guy watching the pond.

We went back the next evening to check again and there she was.
3.

This image is copyrighted by the owner

The landlord came by to check us out.
4.

This image is copyrighted by the owner

Then the real star showed up.
5.

This image is copyrighted by the owner

He checked his reflection.
6.

This image is copyrighted by the owner

Then all were tucked in for the night.
7.

This image is copyrighted by the owner

Thanks for looking and C&C.

Rob

Lil Judd
Registered: Oct 19, 2007
Total Posts: 16346
Country: United States

Rob,

how adorable - first time I've ever seen a Spotted Sandpiper chick.

My top pick has to be # 6 - & I think he's checking you out.

Love the story.

Lil

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Thanks Lil, we did have a good time.

Rob

Edward Rotberg
Registered: Dec 23, 2002
Total Posts: 3304
Country: United States

Delightful series Rob! The presentation and story work so well together, and you rightfully pointed out the stars of the set. I'm with Lil on a favorite. #6 is superb, as the reflection works so well, even though the back lighting is a bit harsh, you handled the exposure perfectly. Well done!

= Ed =

Karl Witt
Registered: Jul 11, 2007
Total Posts: 26212
Country: United States

How come chicks always steal the show Rob #6 is a glamour shot my friend, the sharp eye and the wonderful muted reflection look splendid here buddy, love the shot! Looks like the landlord is up to his neck in trying to collect on the rent

Happy 4th my friend!
Karl

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Thanks Ed.
Thanks Karl have a nice holiday. Up to his neck

Rob

fishbio
Registered: Apr 18, 2006
Total Posts: 784
Country: Canada

Nice set Rob

I really like #6

Cheers,

Larry

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Thanks Larry.

Rob

Tim Kuhn
Registered: Nov 29, 2006
Total Posts: 33040
Country: temp

Very nicely done Rob!! A nice variety but when you have a chick in there it will steal the show 6 is a sweet shot, love the nice sharp eye

Tim

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Hey thanks Tim, didn't think you would care for the reflection.

Rob

wing tong
Registered: Oct 27, 2006
Total Posts: 3985
Country: United States

Very nice captures and great commentary!

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Thanks Wing.

Rob

Dave In La
Registered: Jul 07, 2006
Total Posts: 7072
Country: United States

a winning set Rob, with #6 as the pick of course.
I see plenty of SS, but never any chicks......wonder now soon the
little ones learn to "bob the booty"

something strange happened with excess sharpening on the last one....IMHO!

carl haslam
Registered: Mar 10, 2007
Total Posts: 2889
Country: United Kingdom

Nice series Rob cute chick.

Carl

Howard Kearley
Registered: Jul 16, 2008
Total Posts: 6299
Country: United Kingdom

Beautiful series and presentation Rob.

Howard

surfnron
Registered: Dec 17, 2004
Total Posts: 16204
Country: United States

Cute stuff Rob. I'd also pick 6 ~ Ron

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Thanks all.
Dave - the little guys are all ready bobbing along, they must come out of the egg that way. The last shot is a fierce crop taken at ISO 3200 and no doubt over sharpened, included because it was so danm cute to watch her pull them in.

Rob

morris
Registered: May 22, 2002
Total Posts: 19462
Country: United States

Very nice set Rob. #6 is my pick for the reflection.

Morris

Rob Tillyer
Registered: Nov 17, 2007
Total Posts: 10420
Country: temp

Thanks Morris.

Rob

Nello Milanese
Registered: Sep 22, 2007
Total Posts: 7436
Country: Italy

Very nice shots Rob ur persistence paid off! little guy is adorable but I somehow prefer the landlord

2 end