Black Noddy

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Black Noddy
Black Noddy

A bucket list bird I had always wanted to get on previous visits to Maui. I left my condo at 4:30 a.m. to reach this location at 6:45 a.m. before the tourists arrived. After waiting a couple hours and in the pouring rain the Noddies finally emerged from the sea stacks. Some were on nests. They were quite a ways off initially until I figured out where they were landing. After watching them for some time I was able to follow where they were perching close by and eye level. These guys were quick and locking onto a dark bird with a dark background was the challenge. The Z9 did an awesome job in this situation. I took so many shots! Flight, perched, nesting, and video. My rain poncho saved me on this outing. Glad I brought it! Click for large view.

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Taken on: March 20, 2024
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