During my kingfisher wildlife project, I was able to experience this master fisherman up close. It is always fascinating to watch this flying jewel. You might think that its bright colors would make it easy to spot, but that is not the case. It is easier to hear it than to find it visually. These photos were taken in Bavaria.
Kingfisher takeoff
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher after a successful hunt
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 TC: 1.4x Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher on its perch
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher in the rain
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher after a successful hunt before sunrise
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher in rocket mode
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher in the evening sun
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Location: Bavaria
Kingfisher in the rain – a raindrop hit it right at that moment
Camera: Sony a7III Lens: 200-600mm F5.6 / 6.3 Tripod: Berlebach UNI 22C Location: Bavaria