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Senna4ever · 07-01-2009, 11:23 PM

I went to Reifel on Sunday. I heard from the staff that a Sandhill Crane chick had just hatched in the morning, so I went to see the little guy. The nest is way out in the marsh on a little island. I kicked myself for not having the right gear, as all I had with me was the D3x and the 400mm f2.8 VR. It was really windy, so it was hard to get a decently sharp shot.

Here is a full-frame shot of the nesting area.

100% crop

100% crop. As you can see, there is another egg in the nest. The mother was turning the egg every few minutes. Hopefully, it will hatch soon!

It took it's first swim as we were watching. I will post that photo tomorrow, if I have time.

07-01-2009, 11:23 PM	#385
Senna4ever VLS Moderator Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Vancouver Posts: 16,351 Thanked 2,591 Times in 832 Posts Failed 61 Times in 19 Posts	I went to Reifel on Sunday. I heard from the staff that a Sandhill Crane chick had just hatched in the morning, so I went to see the little guy. The nest is way out in the marsh on a little island. I kicked myself for not having the right gear, as all I had with me was the D3x and the 400mm f2.8 VR. It was really windy, so it was hard to get a decently sharp shot. Here is a full-frame shot of the nesting area. 100% crop 100% crop. As you can see, there is another egg in the nest. The mother was turning the egg every few minutes. Hopefully, it will hatch soon! It took it's first swim as we were watching. I will post that photo tomorrow, if I have time. __________________ 2007 Volvo V50 Taken by ex: 2005 Toyota Prius. R.I.P. 1997 Lexus ES300. R.I.P. 1989 Acura Legend Coupe LS. Last edited by Senna4ever; 07-02-2009 at 01:29 AM.