I was out biking this morning on my favorite trail and came across this nice little family of Sandhill Cranes. They were pretty uncomfortable with me being there at first (probably due to the young chicks) so I just hung out for about a half-hour until they decided I was harmless. Got a couple of shots and left them alone.
Brent
Sandhill Crane Family
LEICA Q3 43APO-SUMMICRON 1:2/43 ASPH. lens43mmf/5.01/320s100 ISO0.0 EV
jon.oman wrote:
Very nice Brent! It looks like a family affair, just scouting out the eatables.
Thanks, Jon. Yes, they were chowing down. I'm not sure what they were digging from the ground with their long beaks, but they sure seemed to like it. Maybe grubs?
Brent
It is always nice when a human can connect with another creature without that creature being threatened!
Glad you are keeping the "blood flowing" on your morning ride brother!
Dan
Danpbphoto wrote:
It is always nice when a human can connect with another creature without that creature being threatened!
Glad you are keeping the "blood flowing" on your morning ride brother!
Dan
Thanks brother. Got to keep moving!
Brent
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Lightsearcher wrote:
Love the little one, look like he is only a few days old.
Brent, are these birds comfortable with somebody too close? you used a 43mm focal length.
Marcelo
Marcelo, at first they were kind of skittish but I just sat down and watched them quietly for a few minutes. The little one started to walk toward me at one point but the female cut it off as if to warn it. Eventually, they just ignored me and decided I wasn't a threat. These cranes can actually do some damage with their long, sharp beaks so I was ready to retreat if they started to look upset.
Brent
Lightsearcher wrote:
Love the little one, look like he is only a few days old.
Brent, are these birds comfortable with somebody too close? you used a 43mm focal length.
Marcelo
Marcelo, I will relate my experiences with encountering other creatures while doing photography.
When I spot them I stop to see their reaction to an intruder. If they react calmly I slowly approach them to see if I scare them any more. If I do scare them, I stop and take a shot from afar.
But I find most times that whatever the other creature is can sense if I am a threat. Hopefully it works out for both of us!
Now my neighbors "Texas longhorns" and other cattle give me some latitude as I approach. If there are "yung uns" they usually run to mom or pop. If mom or pop doesn't run away, I am allowed to approach within the shooting range I desire.
I find water fowl more conducive to a slow approach than other creatures. Even with babies.
Just some FYI....Not implying my way is the best, good or otherwise...
Have fun!
Dan
