Peacocks can be pretty striking when you see them in their natural habitat — in this case, on a raised perch in a hardwood forest in India’s Bandhavgarh National Park. The Indian, or blue peacock as it is also known, is the species that we most commonly see running wild in zoos. You get so used to seeing them this way that you almost forget that they actually come from somewhere where they live in the wild. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 800, f/7.1 at 1/125th of a second
In my childhood spent in south Raytown, Missouri there was an elderly couple a mile or so from us who raised peacocks on their property. Everybody called him “Speedy”, so he put a sign at their entrance: SPEEDVILLE ANNEX, population 2.
It made us smile whenever we passed, even though it meant the peacocks were never counted…….
Crazy beautiful – but they do seem like an evolutionary prank! A serene and regal portrait. How long did you wait for it to perch on that perfectly angled trunk?!!
Thanks Ann. I had been trying to get good shots of the peacocks in the forest but there were always distracting branches and shrubs. Then, all of a sudden, driving through the forest, we just came upon this peacock perched up on that branch. I got my shots and moved on in search of tigers.
Sean what sets you apart from most wildlife photographers is your use of the animal’s context. I think of you as a wildlife “street shooter” and this gorgeous photo is a case in point. Absolutely stunning. The forest is as good as the bird.
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Peacocks can be pretty striking when you see them in their natural habitat — in this case, on a raised perch in a hardwood forest in India’s Bandhavgarh National Park. The Indian, or blue peacock as it is also known, is the species that we most commonly see running wild in zoos. You get so used to seeing them this way that you almost forget that they actually come from somewhere where they live in the wild.
Awesome image of a peacock in an awesome setting. Well done, Sean!
great colors, great pic. the coloring of the back ground, is great. ect.
Our National(India) bird, so beautiful. Amazing picture.
And a fine national bird it is Alfred.
A striking photo… I can’t stop looking at it.
Simply amazing! Imagine seeing a peacock in your tree! Lovely picture, Sean.
In my childhood spent in south Raytown, Missouri there was an elderly couple a mile or so from us who raised peacocks on their property. Everybody called him “Speedy”, so he put a sign at their entrance: SPEEDVILLE ANNEX, population 2.
It made us smile whenever we passed, even though it meant the peacocks were never counted…….
All is calm and warm —- Dappled light and insect voice articulate—- This peacocks’ aubusson .
Majestic, Sean. I love this. Do you have other photos with the tail feathers fanning out?
I do. Here’s one from a previous post https://seancrane.com/2012/04/displaying-peacock/
Crazy beautiful – but they do seem like an evolutionary prank! A serene and regal portrait. How long did you wait for it to perch on that perfectly angled trunk?!!
Thanks Ann. I had been trying to get good shots of the peacocks in the forest but there were always distracting branches and shrubs. Then, all of a sudden, driving through the forest, we just came upon this peacock perched up on that branch. I got my shots and moved on in search of tigers.
Sean what sets you apart from most wildlife photographers is your use of the animal’s context. I think of you as a wildlife “street shooter” and this gorgeous photo is a case in point. Absolutely stunning. The forest is as good as the bird.
Thanks John, I really appreciate that. I always try to include the environment, although it’s not always an easy thing to do.
This is so beautiful! I kept expecting a bunch of fairies to come marching through.
Dang! You just one-up’d me on the peacock shot! Beautiful!
Gorgeous image!