There are two species of roadrunner in the world, the greater and the lesser roadrunner. This is the former. I photographed this guy in Anza-Borrego State Park in southern California. True to his name, he was running across the desert floor, presumably looking for something to eat. Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 260mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1/800th of a second.
great pic. ( I seen a few in are area ) about 8 in the last forty years in our lakeside area of calif. ) in the early 80;s when it was very wet, as the years went on and it became dry, I seen less of then. ? )
If he was on the run, no wonder the background is blurred! I like the little blue streak of his tail feather–just a hint of color in this pic. Great capture.
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There are two species of roadrunner in the world, the greater and the lesser roadrunner. This is the former. I photographed this guy in Anza-Borrego State Park in southern California. True to his name, he was running across the desert floor, presumably looking for something to eat. Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 260mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1/800th of a second.
You can see the motion there Beep-Beep
Aunt Sue
I have always wanted to see one of these & would love to capture an image such as this, Sean. Your Aunt Sue nailed the description!
great pic. ( I seen a few in are area ) about 8 in the last forty years in our lakeside area of calif. ) in the early 80;s when it was very wet, as the years went on and it became dry, I seen less of then. ? )
Now that’s a cool looking bird.
If he was on the run, no wonder the background is blurred! I like the little blue streak of his tail feather–just a hint of color in this pic. Great capture.