Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 1600, f/4 at 1/80th of a second
Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1/60th of a second
Trogons are among my favorite birds. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing four or five different species in various locations in Central and South America. This is a male black-throated trogon, the local species in Corcovado National Park in Costa Rica. I saw quite a few males as well as the slightly less colorful females. Both of these photos are the same bird. We saw him two days in a row peeking out of that tree cavity — sitting on a couple of eggs. I was also able to get him out of the tree in all his colorful glory.
Funny you should mention it Mary. I did not step on any of the leaf cutters (at least that I know of), but I was disappointed that I didn’t take the time to photograph them, like I have on past trips.
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great color, great pic.thanks again for all the great pics.
You’re welcome Michael. Thanks for continuing to look at my photos every day.
Exquisite!
Thanks Hope, the perfect word to describe this beautiful bird.
Beautiful, beautiful bird. I have been there and am just loving these photos. Hopefully, you didn’t step on any of the leaf-cutter ants!
Funny you should mention it Mary. I did not step on any of the leaf cutters (at least that I know of), but I was disappointed that I didn’t take the time to photograph them, like I have on past trips.
Fabulous! The sharpness you seem always able to get is needed to get the full impact of this bird’s attributes.
Muppet on a branch—-And hole hidden shy and coy—-Some birds are so plush
Once again another stunning image Sean. The color and beauty of birds and butterflies I find mind-blowing.
Thanks Lawrie, I agree. The rain forest can be an incredibly colorful and beautiful place.
His wing looks almost herring bone patterned.
Yes Mo. A bit like that herringbone chair we used to have in the basement back at Cherrywood Circle.
He looks astonished that you caught him…..
Maravilha!!!
beautiful Sean, what a sharp, clear and colourful bird