p.1 #1 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
Stayed in the Clermont area, took my buddy John's advice to go to Circle B for some wildlife shooting. Dropped the girls off at Disney and headed out. Unfortunately a few of the prime trails were closed due to alligator nesting (for my protection) so I made due with what I could find. First time here for me, will have to go again.
Here is a mix of birds with environment, more to come in other posts!
C&C as you like
I did a lot of my shooting at the covered pier/deck, good place to be out of the sun.
On a special note I had the great pleasure of meeting a couple that frequents here and had a long chat about birding and photography. I want to say hello and thanks to Jose and Isabel for their kindness and company, made my day!
Karl
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1 Osprey was here first, the GBH got a look when arriving!
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2 I guess we can share this location
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3 Morning stretches from a watchful Osprey
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4 On the lookout perch
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5 Quiet and peaceful GBH
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6 A room with a view Snowy Egret
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7 Tucked off on low perch Anhinga
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8 Anhinga preening portrait
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9 Little Blue Heron with some lush scenery
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10 Some lunch Great Egret
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11 Whip it good!! Little Blue Heron
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12 Say hello to two great people, Jose and Isabel:)
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p.1 #2 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
Hi Karl,
I also went to FL this year. But I went to Orlando to spend time with our daughter. I did see manatees though. Just brought the iPhone so not sharing any photos.
Beautiful set of shots. You had good luck while there. It's funny, in FL you don't even know what you'll run into at Magic Kingdom and alike. Birds everywhere and signs warning for alligators etc
Glad to see you're still shooting I haven't been out in years.
p.1 #3 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
You again? Hah! #3 takes the cake for me Karl, with 8 and 11 not far behind. Wonderful exposure and crisp look on 3, you make that high iso stuff look easy. Nice bonus to make some new friends in the end. Terrific set.
p.1 #7 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
Karl,
Great set, variety, and very well done. I’ve been there three times, great place and full of wildlife. Another great place is the Orlando Wetlands.
Chris S
p.1 #8 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
Wow Karl, what a most impressive set of images. Excellent job!
I've not been to this location but have a trip scheduled for early next year and this will be on my list of places to visit.
p.1 #13 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
Lil Judd wrote:
Hi Karl,
I also went to FL this year. But I went to Orlando to spend time with our daughter. I did see manatees though. Just brought the iPhone so not sharing any photos.
Beautiful set of shots. You had good luck while there. It's funny, in FL you don't even know what you'll run into at Magic Kingdom and alike. Birds everywhere and signs warning for alligators etc
Glad to see you're still shooting I haven't been out in years.
Lil
Hello my dear Lil, nice to hear from you. Had my first encounter with a Manatee on a kayaking outing, very cool!
Not shooting much but new things are of interest to shoot
Thanks!
Karl
p.1 #14 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
Erictator wrote:
You again? Hah! #3 takes the cake for me Karl, with 8 and 11 not far behind. Wonderful exposure and crisp look on 3, you make that high iso stuff look easy. Nice bonus to make some new friends in the end. Terrific set.
Eric
Ya, me again Thanks for your picks, high ISO starts at 8k+ Having light with high ISO is a breeze with files
Wished I had time to chase you down when I was in FL, next time!
Thanks buddy
Karl
p.1 #15 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
sum1sgrampa wrote:
These are awesome Karl. Looks like a really great spot. (making a note). Love all the environment and the nice, clean captures.
Gary
Would love to get there again with the trails all open. Certainly a good place to go Gary. Thanks much
Karl
p.1 #16 · Some birding from Circle B Reserve Florida trip
So wonderful to see your work again Karl! I truly enjoyed each and every one of these. Makes me miss the shore birds and marshes and swamps ! The scenery and environment is beautiful and well captured.
Thanks for your picks, high ISO starts at 8k+ 
Having light with high ISO is a breeze with files