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Amazing once again! And really good shots too. Particularly of the birds in flight ^Q^ ^Q^ ^Q^


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Astounding, stf!

Thanks very much for this! X#X X#X X#X


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steamtrainfan wrote:After having had this nectar feeder up for about three weeks without any birds, all of a sudden it has come to life.
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wow wow wow what a chance... if only I could have those........... :-0
^Q^ ^Q^ ^Q^


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Mel wrote:Amazing once again! And really good shots too. Particularly of the birds in flight ^Q^ ^Q^ ^Q^
Thanks very much Mel.

Richprins wrote:Astounding, stf!Thanks very much for this!
Thank you very much RP and it is only a pleasure to share with the group.

Philip1 wrote:Steamtrainfan..."Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish" - John Quincy Adams Great Pic's of all, for sharing.
Hi Philip1. Thanks ever so much for the lovely quote and positive comment.
nan wrote:wow wow wow what a chance... if only I could have those...........
Thanks very much nan. We do appreciate the comments.


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More action at the feeding nectar. The White-bellied Sunbird and Weaver fighting over landing rights at the feeder with the winner claiming his place at the feeder.

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Wish I knew how to get rid of the grainy effect. O/ O/ O/ O/


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This time around the sunbird won ^Q^ ^Q^ I do not see anything grainy :-?


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Looks like you had slightly less light to work with, stf? Light is vital for action shots, and one can only do so much? :-)


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Lisbeth wrote:This time around the sunbird won ^Q^ ^Q^ I do not see anything grainy :-?
He sure did Lisbeth and it was so interesting to watch. Thank you for your lovely comments.

Richprins wrote:Looks like you had slightly less light to work with, stf? Light is vital for action shots, and one can only do so much? Still great shots!
That could be RP - will keep this in mind next time. Thanks very much for your positive feedback.


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Some more nectar bottle feeder photos taken yesterday.

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Then a most amazing visitor - first time we have seen one in our new garden. Had to grab the camera and fire off a shot through the window.

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Finally a Spotted Thick Knee in the garden of our complex.

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