Hiding in plain sight

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Clifford Dupuis

4 months ago

Great shot of this one. They are so hard to see and when you do they can be a real challenge to get a decent shot. You were spot on with this one in every way, capturing all the detail in the bird as you were able to isolate it from the snowy surroundings. Awesome image

Jane LeBlanc

4 months ago

Thanks, Clifford.

Yves Langlois

4 months ago

Great shot Jane. Not easy to contrast the white bird against the snow and you made it very well here. I assume the guy doesn't keep that white in summer.

Jane LeBlanc

4 months ago

No, they don't .They are quite colourful in summer.

Debra Plett

4 months ago

Another great shot and I love the bright white on white with a little bit of grass poking through the snow. Nice one Jane.

Jane LeBlanc

4 months ago

Thanks, Debra. Our guide explained that, this time of year, the use their camouflage to hide, rather than flying away. Made it easier to creep up on them....once you spotted them in the first place.

Jane LeBlanc

4 months ago

Thanks, Debra. Our guide explained that, this time of year, the use their camouflage to hide, rather than flying away. Made it easier to creep up on them....once you spotted them in the first place.

Description
This Willow Ptarmigan was almost invisible until it moved.
Taken By
Jane LeBlanc
Taken On
November 19, 2024
Tagged
bird ptarmigan winter animal grouse plant beak snow twig feather
  • Focal: 500
  • Shutter speed: 0.008 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 6.3

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