The dynamics of wings, Wildlife Photographer of the Year
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The moment a white-tailed sea eagle grabs a fish from the sea, it rapidly switches flight pattern, speed and direction to avoid plunging into the water. Hermann had resolved to capture this pivotal moment. By panning and using a slow shutter speed he blurred the wing motion, using black and white to accentuate the bird’s energy and intent. With an impressive 2.5-metre wingspan, white-tailed sea eagles are the largest eagles in Europe and the fourth largest in the world. While they are versatile and opportunistic hunters, they pirate a considerable amount of their mainly fish-based diet from other birds, a practice known as klepto-parisitism.
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Cool time, Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Photographing owls in low light - Canon Europe
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners announced for 2021 : The
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13 Photos Capture the Beauty and Ferocity of Birds
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year: 'Dream' shot of elusive snow
Wildlife Photographer of the Year - What does it look like to
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Nikon Z7 II Long Term Review 10 months later - Amateur Photographer
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2023 Wildlife Photographer of the Year sneak peek: 'Highly
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Rainbow wings, Wildlife Photographer of the Year
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Choosing the Best Lighting for Wildlife Photos - Nature TTL