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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.

AdultAvifaunaBay AreaBlack SkimmerCaliforniaFeedingForagingGolden HourJacqueline Deely PhotographyJulyMountain ViewMountain View BaylandsNaturePanningPhotographersReflectionRynchops nigerSan Francisco BayShoreline LakeShow ShutterSilicon ValleySkimmingSundownWaterWildlife. Birds

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  • Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
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  • Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
  • Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
  • Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
  • Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
  • Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
  • Western Gulls (Larus occidentalis)
  • Forster's Tern (Sterna forsteri)
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