Mostly images of birds found in our region of Northampton County, NC.
(Image above is Potecasi Creek at Burnt Bridges)
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Northern Flicker
The Northern Flicker, Colaptes auratus, spends much of its time on the ground rooting out bugs. Distinctly marked, the male has a black streak on the sides of his neck. Very common bird throught the US.
I am a rank amateur birdwatcher and avid amateur bird photographer living near Conway, NC. Being retired allows me plenty of time to devote to the hobby/obsession. Most of my bird shots are taken in our yard near Burnt Bridges. I shoot with a Nikon D300 and D200 using the 500mm f/4 and 200-400mm f/4 VR lenses. The 500mm lives on a Wimberley head on a sturdy carbon fiber tripod. I have recently, June, 2012, purchased a 600mm Nikon f/4 which is now my main birding lens.
What a wonderful Blog, well done.
ReplyDeletesarniebill1
Best regards and good luck Nigel