Female White-booted Racket-tail - a photo on Flickriver

            In the lush landscapes of Birdwatch La Conchita, near Cali, Colombia, I captured the White-booted Racket-tail (Ocreatus underwoodii). This image showcases the female hummingbird in a moment of quiet grace, hovering near vibrant purple flowers. Her green plumage melds beautifully with the natural backdrop, emphasizing the serene environment of her habitat. Capturing this scene required careful attention to the bird’s rapid movements, challenging me to balance shutter speed and aperture to freeze her motion while ensuring the background remained softly out of focus.

Technically, I opted for a fast shutter speed to capture the crisp detail of her fluttering wings and used a shallow depth of field to isolate her from the complex background, highlighting the contrast between her vivid colors and the muted greens and purples of the surroundings. Natural lighting played a pivotal role in revealing the intricate textures and colors of her feathers. This photograph not only celebrates the beauty of the White-booted Racket-tail but also serves as a field guide on the subtleties of avian photography for enthusiasts looking to capture similar moments.

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Taken on: February 11, 2021

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Camera: Canon EOS R5, f/5.6, 1/1000 sec, 300mm, ISO 1600 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Canon EOS R5
Lens:	RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
Aperture:	f/5.6
Exposure Time:	0.001 sec (1/1000)
Focal Length:	300mm
ISO:	1600
Exposure Bias:	-1 EV
Flash:	No Flash
Exposure Program:	Aperture-priority AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Color Space:	Uncalibrated
Software:	Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic 13.2 (Macintosh)
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