Swallow-tailed Gull Posing @ Bodega Head State Park

            It's always a treat to see a new bird. But one this rare and far from home is exceptional. Thanks to Scott Morical for getting out to the coast in bad weather and finding this ultra rarity. It's believed to be the 6th or 7th state record.
   

Taken on: December 13, 2024

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Camera: Nikon D500, f/5.6, 1/800 sec, 500mm (=750mm), ISO 900 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Nikon D500
Aperture:	f/5.6
Exposure Time:	0.001 sec (1/800)
Focal Length:	500mm (35mm equivalent: 750mm)
ISO:	900
Exposure Bias:	0 EV
Flash:	No Flash
Exposure Program:	Aperture-priority AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Gain Control:	Low gain up
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	ACDSee Ultimate 2024
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