Western Sandpiper
Nikon D3500, Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR
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this post was submitted on 29 Jan 2026
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I think if you waited until both birds showed their profile, it would have been a lot better.
No! A lesson I learned a long time ago: you definitely take this shot, it is interesting enough in its own right (more than enough!). Then you continue to watch the birds, finger on the trigger, and if you are lucky there will be a later better pose, but just as likely, they fly off :)
Always take what is put in front of you, and then optimistically ask for "More!"
Interesting thought, thank you