Water skimming Tree Swallow

Canon 5DIII and 500mm lens + 1.4X extender: 1/2000 second at f/6.3 on ISO 1600

I was on the edge of the lake at Wild Rose a week ago watching the three loons who were diving in and swimming on the water.  A few different times a small flight of swallows deftly skimmed the water nearby while searching for low flying and water-walking insects to pick off.  These Tree Swallows (Tachycineta bicolor) are swift, acrobatic fliers so trying to catch a sharp image is a fun challenge.  This little one had just hit the water but missed the little creature and was just pulling up when I caught up to him.

May 14, 2014 | Categories: Birds, Nature, Wildlife | Tags: bird photography, flight, nature, Tachycineta bicolor, Tree Swallow, water, wildlife | 2 Comments