Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
p.54 #1Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Short-eared Owl chasing Northern Harrier. What was this shortie thinking? The Harrier is larger, heavier and faster.
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Jan 23, 2026 at 08:57 AM
p.54 #2Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
His and hers, North American Kestrel pair.
North American Kestrel by Jose Raposo, on Flickr
North American Kestrel by Jose Raposo, on Flickr
North American Kestrel by Jose Raposo, on FlickrNorth American Kestrel by Jose Raposo, on FlickrJan 23, 2026 at 09:19 AM
p.54 #4Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
larsjen wrote:
What was this Short-eared owl thinking? The Northern Harrier is larger, heavier and faster.
Wonderful image, Lars. I see them interacting this way often, just not this close. I believe the owl can hold its own.
What was this Short-eared owl thinking? The Northern Harrier is larger, heavier and faster.
Wonderful image, Lars. I see them interacting this way often, just not this close. I believe the owl can hold its own.
Jan 23, 2026 at 01:15 PM
p.54 #7Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Today's shots...
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
Jan 23, 2026 at 07:45 PM
p.54 #8Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Harriers are a favorite food item of owls, especially in the nesting season. No love is lost between them.
Jan 23, 2026 at 08:11 PM
p.54 #9Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
arbitrage wrote:
Today's shots...
Whoa! So cool, you have the natural beauty, and the cycle of life, gruesome details and all!
Awesome set.
Eric
Today's shots...
Whoa! So cool, you have the natural beauty, and the cycle of life, gruesome details and all!
Awesome set.
Eric
Jan 23, 2026 at 08:12 PM
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p.54 #11Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Near the main whooping crane wintering grounds. This area is in Lamar, TX. This is a large pasture between two roads, and Aransas Bay borders one end. Drought conditions in much of Texas, and this is no exception. The cranes will roam the entire pasture if it is wet. There is this small lake that is normally much higher. It is in the middle, and that is where they stayed. I used my 1.4X. To add to the challenging distance was overcast weather. I still got a few good ones. I visit this area every year, once or twice.
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Jan 24, 2026 at 09:40 AM
p.54 #12Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Holy…
How much sharpening was added in these?
arbitrage wrote:
Today's shots...
How much sharpening was added in these?
arbitrage wrote:
Today's shots...
Jan 24, 2026 at 10:48 AM
p.54 #13Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Sequestered by the Icemageddon of 2026 😏
Scarlett Rumped Tanager
Red Legged Honeycreeper
Orange Chinned Parakeet
Black Crested Coquette
Scarlett Rumped Tanager
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/500s 3200 ISO 0.0 EV
Red Legged Honeycreeper
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/800s 2500 ISO 0.0 EV
Orange Chinned Parakeet
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/3200s 8000 ISO 0.0 EV
Black Crested Coquette
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/3200s 8000 ISO 0.0 EV
Jan 24, 2026 at 11:46 AM
p.54 #14Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Great Grey Owl
Great Grey Owl by Jose Raposo, on Flickr
Great Grey Owl by Jose Raposo, on Flickr
Great Grey Owl by Jose Raposo, on FlickrGreat Grey Owl by Jose Raposo, on FlickrJan 24, 2026 at 12:36 PM
p.54 #15Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
A few Short-eared Owls from this past week.
ILCE-1M2 FE 600mm F4 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 840mm f/5.6 1/3200s 2000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-9M3 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/3200s 500 ISO -0.7 EV
ILCE-9M3 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/3200s 640 ISO -0.7 EV
ILCE-9M3 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/7.1 1/3200s 1250 ISO -0.3 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 600mm F4 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 840mm f/5.6 1/3200s 2000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-9M3 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/3200s 800 ISO -0.7 EV
Jan 25, 2026 at 01:01 PM
p.54 #16Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Great Grey Owl by Jose Raposo, on FlickrJan 25, 2026 at 01:35 PM
p.54 #17Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
From today's shoots....
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 420mm f/4.0 1/4000s 640 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/3200s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 420mm f/4.0 1/4000s 640 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 420mm f/4.0 1/4000s 640 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 420mm f/4.0 1/5000s 640 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/4000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/4000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/5000s 1250 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/6400s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1M2 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/6400s 1600 ISO 0.0 EV
Jan 25, 2026 at 06:50 PM
p.54 #18Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Still need to get an A1 II for precapture. These were all with the original A1.
Jan 25, 2026 at 11:46 PM
p.54 #19Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Bald Eagle by lennycarl08, on Flickr
Jan 26, 2026 at 09:18 AM
p.54 #20Nature and Wildlife image thread - a Sequel
Soaked.
Sony A1 + 200-600 by hatch1921, on Flickr
Sony A1 + 200-600 by hatch1921, on FlickrJan 26, 2026 at 09:37 AM