The above photo gives a good look at the ornamental nasal knobs of the imperial cormorant. Below shows how they highlight that gorgeous face. Both photos were taken on Saunders Island in the Falkland Islands.
Above: Nikon D810 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1/1250th of a second
Below: Nikon D810 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 1600, f/4 at 1/800th of a second
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The above photo gives a good look at the ornamental nasal knobs of the imperial cormorant. Below shows how they highlight that gorgeous face. Both photos were taken on Saunders Island in the Falkland Islands.
What a gorgeous specimen!
great pic. ) could these knobs be some kind of birth deft on the bird. ? )
The colors are another wonder of Nature
Such rich hues of Blue & Orange
You are so privileged to view this Imperial Bird well named
Aunt Sue
Amazing portraits! What an interesting looking creature!
—– Sleek graceful swimmers
—– Blue eyed shag proudly show their
—– Vivid caruncles .
Much more exciting than a new England cormorant.
Don’t know why, perhaps it has to do with my age [67] but Jimmy Durante comes to mind. 🙂 Great shots!
Oooooooo loving the 2nd shot! GREAT composition!!! Cool birdie!