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Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
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Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)

Mountain View, California

A show shutter speed was used here to convey movement and an artistic effect. I like to do this when light is fading, allowing me to keep my ISO low. It can also create some really lovely, artistic effects.

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