When I was in Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica quite a few years back, I discovered an army of red-eyed tree frogs behind the lodge that I was staying at (I’m told that’s what you call a group of frogs — an army). The males would start their mating calls every night just before I headed in for dinner. Needless to say, I was always the last one to eat at that particular lodge. Nikon D200 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 270mm with Canon 500D close up filter attached) ISO 100, f/20 at 1/60th of a second, two Nikon SB-600 flash units.
It was quite a while ago so I can’t quite recall the lodge. I think it was simply called Tortuguero Lodge. They were in a patch of trees just to the left of the pool but I have no idea if they are still around.
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Looks as though SOMEBODY needs decaf!!!
True. Although probably not so much after that bright flash of light he just saw.
That is hands down The Best photo of a red-eyed frog I have seen. Photographing those creatures is high on my bucket list! Thanks for posting, Sean!
Thanks Sue. I’ve only seen them in the wild that one time, but they were there every night of a three night stay.
Stunning! What was the name of the lodge? And are they there and vocal year-round? I want to go….
It was quite a while ago so I can’t quite recall the lodge. I think it was simply called Tortuguero Lodge. They were in a patch of trees just to the left of the pool but I have no idea if they are still around.
Ah! GREAT SHOT!! this has got to be a contest winner for sure!!
Thanks Amanda. Now if only the contest judges concurred.
How did a rainbow get into such a small package!?! Great vivid colors & so glad he didn’t blink!
Yeah, they truly are one of nature’s marvels.
Love it’s expression! Such a great shot.