Canada Goose and CN Tower
Can’t get much more Canadian than this one of a Canada goose with Toronto’s CN Tower in the background (I suppose a few maple leaves could have been falling around the goose). The CN Tower is an iconic symbol of Canada, and for 34 years it was the tallest free-standing structure and tallest tower in the world. It is now the 3rd tallest tower in the world and remains the tallest free-standing structure in the Western Hemisphere. It has been declared one of modern Seven Wonders of the World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. As for the goose, it was nesting on top of an old piling in Tommy Thompson Park. Tommy Thompson Park, also known as the Leslie Spit, is actually landfill in Lake Ontario that has been reclaimed in a big way by nature. It’s quite an amazing place when migratory birds are nesting. I saw hundreds of black-crowned night herons roosting in the trees, while many more swans were covering the ground. There were also hundreds of cormorants and many other birds, mammals and amphibians in the park that were kind enough to show their faces. Being primarily a business trip with limited time for photography, I only took my 200-400mm lens with me so it was a challenge to get certain shots. To capture the city skyline in this image, I had to sit back as far as I could on a small bridge and get as low as possible.
Nikon D810 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 1600, f/14 at half a second
That’s an awesome image, Sean! I love the pink-hued lights that give this image a unique character. It looks as though the Canada Goose is equally transfixed by this almost Christmasy scene.
oh what great pic. of the bird.
As a Canadian who lived in Toronto for 25 years, now in Kentucky, I especially appreciate this image. Thank you – it’s terrific! Hope you enjoyed the city!
Thanks Ann. And yes, I did enjoy the city. We go there quite often to shoot television commercials (quite a bit cheaper than going to Los Angeles).
Love this shot
—– Feathered sphinx in place
—– To guard most ambitious symbol
—– The soul of the north .
Thanks for the information. Nice picture.
Nice shot eh!
No doubt, A.
Wonderful!
I really like this one. I especially like your stuff with urban backgrounds. (Like the seagulls yesterday.)
Still, I just can’t help but thinking how much better a shot it would be if it were of a mink instead of a goose.
I will have my mink yet Louis, mark my words, I will have my mink.
Usually see these geese where we don’t want them but this time is an exception, great shot
Aunt Sue
Yes, they can be quite ubiquitous, which is why I often overlook them.
I love hearing about your process in taking certain types of shots. Thanks for sharing all of your great work with us!
Thanks Amanda. And you’re welcome.
A well-trained eye, here.