Juvenile Skimmer


Posted by Axel Hildebrandt on Sun Sep 19, 2021 1:35 pm

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This juvenile Black Skimmer has figured out how to skim, although it was a test run in a pool.
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by david fletcher on Sun Sep 19, 2021 1:54 pm
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Big thumbs up for this youngster. What a joy to see and witness its attempt Axel. As always, first class image Axel!
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by peter makuch on Sun Sep 19, 2021 3:22 pm
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he is as good as the parents( now ) I like the angle of view, well done AXEL.
 

by paul fletcher on Sun Sep 19, 2021 7:35 pm
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Another of your outstanding Skimmer photos, Axel.
 

by Cindy Marple on Sun Sep 19, 2021 9:23 pm
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Such intricate patterns in this youngster's wings! Pretty.
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by Carol Clarke on Mon Sep 20, 2021 2:13 pm
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It looks like this juvenile has mastered the art, Axel! Well captured in this lovely image.

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by ADKShooter on Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:39 pm
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The angle of this flying Skimmer is about as good as it gets. Wonderful exposure and surroundings as well.
 

by Todd Bauer on Tue Sep 21, 2021 12:43 pm
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You certainly nail excellent photos of these birds. This one is no exception.
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