Last week I posted a Magellanic oystercatcher. This guy is the other species of oystercatcher that I photographed in the Falkland Islands — the appropriately named blackish oystercatcher. I didn’t see nearly as many of these guys but was able to get a few good looks. I liked this one against the similarly blackish background. Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 400, f/4 at 1/640th of a second
Look closely at his legs. They look like they are hinged and he has long stockings that are slipping down. At least that is the way I see it and I really don’t have sharp vision at my age!
You’re right, Jane, I see those surgical stockings slipping down, too. But then, we may be the same age with the same vision challenges!!! Love the bright beak.
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Last week I posted a Magellanic oystercatcher. This guy is the other species of oystercatcher that I photographed in the Falkland Islands — the appropriately named blackish oystercatcher. I didn’t see nearly as many of these guys but was able to get a few good looks. I liked this one against the similarly blackish background.
In their most disturbing dreams —- Pale boots and orange eye they fear —- Oysters could use more rest .
Look closely at his legs. They look like they are hinged and he has long stockings that are slipping down. At least that is the way I see it and I really don’t have sharp vision at my age!
You’re right, Jane, I see those surgical stockings slipping down, too. But then, we may be the same age with the same vision challenges!!! Love the bright beak.
Stunning photo!
Really beautiful shot, love this!