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Photographing Swallows & Swifts in Flight
October 16, 2022

Photographing birds in flight is a challenge for many bird photographers depending on the bird species. Slow flying birds are slightly easy to photo. When it comes fast and erratically flying small birds, its an additional challenge to freeze them in motion. On top of that, they usually fly over which makes it difficult to lock the focus on the them because of the size and texture of the water. This article try to help you in minimizing the challen...

Bird Photography: Take Off
November 15, 2023

Photographing birds during takeoff is slightly less challenging than other birds in flight(BIF) moments. Below are some tips to capture takeoff shots: 1) Position yourself so that the bird is against a clean and uncluttered background, making it stand out.2) Set a fast shutter speed to freeze motion. For birds in flight, a speed of 1/1000s or faster is generally recommended. User wider aperture and set ISO to lower value to avoid noise...

Baya Weaver Nesting - Captured Using Canon R8 + Canon RF 100-400mm Lens - Handheld Footage
July 10, 2023

Canon's latest full-frame mirrorless body, the EOS R8, tips the scales at a mere 461g, making it the lightest in its class. Additionally, it stands out as one of the most budget-friendly options available for full-frame cameras. Inside the compact frame of the entry-level camera body lies a powerful full-frame sensor accompanied by an advanced autofocus system, offering a cutting-edge photography experience. With affordability, portabili...

Birdwatching in Telangana is bleak
February 16, 2023

Out of top 10 birding hotspots, 9 are threatened by various factors. Some of the factors are habitat destruction, encroachment, government policies, urbanization, environmental conditions & human behaviors. 1. Manjeera Wildlife Sanctuary: The Manjeera Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Sangareddy district. It was established in 1989 and covers an area of around 20 square kilometers. The sanctuary is named after the Manjeera River, whi...

Wimberley MH-100 - The Best Monopod Head for Bird Photography
October 18, 2022

I have been using this monopod for more than a year and I really love this head.  Why do I feel it's the best? The reasons are many 🙂  Mobility: For any wildlife photographer who walks and explores the forest for long, it's difficult to carry a tripod because it restricts you to stick to the path and does not allow you to go inside tricky paths.  Light Weight: This head is hardly 350gm. This drastically reduces o...

Unseen Maredumilli
October 17, 2022

Not many in India have heard of Maredumilli, especially birders and bird photographers. A relatively unfrequented birding haven, Maredumilli is an idyllic environment for bird watching. Anyone who visits will palpably have an unforgettable tryst with nature. It’s a must visit place for all nemophilists out there. This place is home to semi evergreen trees. The landscape is so spectacularly beautiful that you will be awestruck with emotions which wi...