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Juvenile Double-crested Cormorant

            Hovering over Sebastian Inlet State Park, the juvenile Double-crested Cormorant (Nannopterum auritum) commands the sky. Its outstretched wings cut a striking figure against the blue, an embodiment of wild, unfettered flight. As the photographer, I'm reminded that such moments are fleeting—a challenge to capture, yet infinitely rewarding.

This image reflects a deep commitment to both the art and science of photography. The precise timing to freeze motion, the careful balance of light and shadow, and the patience required to wait for that perfect alignment of bird, light, and background—all integral to the craft. This photograph isn't just a visual record; it's a narrative of life in motion, shared from my lens to your screen.

©2020 Adam Rainoff

Taken on: November 6, 2020

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Camera: RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. PENTAX K-1, f/5.6, 1/2500 sec, 450mm (=688mm), ISO 400 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. PENTAX K-1
Lens:	HD PENTAX-D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6ED DC AW
Aperture:	f/5.6
Exposure Time:	1/2500 sec
Focal Length:	450mm (35mm equivalent: 688mm)
ISO:	400
Exposure Bias:	-0.7 EV
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Not Defined
Exposure Mode:	Manual
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Contrast:	High
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic 13.3.1 (Macintosh)
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