Yellow-Crowned Night Heron Portrait

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Lipsec, Delaware
May 29th, 2022
I was down by the latest pool that was established at Bombay as Night Herons of different types tend to be constant visitors to this new pool. This mature Yellow Crowned Night Heron was resting on a log in the shadows, waiting for the sun to fully rise. I closed in as much as I could, and while laying on my belly in the dewy grass, I captured a series of shots. Because it was early and almost no light in the woods, I had to run a very slow shutter speed to grab enough light for the capture. These birds will tend to stand completely motionless which allowed me to run a low shutter speed and grab the light I needed for proper exposure.
Jay Whipple

I am in my 50's and happily married with 5 daughters from our blended family. I became interested in photography just a few short years ago, much later in life than many but my passion is strong. I started out experimenting with scenic mountain shots, landscapes, flowers and anything nature as being outside is where I am happiest.

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