Built for Speed II

Pinetree3 - Sep 24, 2010 05:45 AM EDT
Double checked this in my Birds of North America book. This is definitely not a Least Tern, it is a Common Tern. A least tern would have a yellow (not red or orange) bill and a partially white forehead. California Least Terns are very rare, and highly protected in this area.

Guest - Aug 02, 2006 11:12 PM EDT
Great action shot,nicely in the frame and love the title,regards Vincent.

Guest - Aug 01, 2006 07:09 AM EDT
Thanks for all your comments. This bird has such a wonderful shape in this photo. I think it makes a wonderful inspiration for something fast, like a sports car body. Regarding my "L" lens...I love it. It is extremely crisp and clear. I was trying to decide between a longer non-L lens (70-300mm with IS) and the 70-200mm. I was persuaded to get the shorter L lens, because of the high quality. I have not been dissapointed, only my wallet has.

Guest - Aug 01, 2006 04:41 AM EDT
great shot, Alex D. How do you like that "L" lens? : ) - was hoping you'd get one.

Guest - Jul 31, 2006 07:55 PM EDT
WOW!! what a great shot,it looks like he is really moving.

Guest - Jul 31, 2006 10:36 AM EDT
Nice job with catching that speeding bird in flight and right on with the focusing. Looks like the bird is using some gravity for some extra speed :)