I feel in need of posting something and this short sequence of a pair of moorhens enjoying sharing a, shall we say, private moment fits the bill. They were under some overhanging branches at the edge of Falmer pond. I was watching out for house martins swooping down to the pond, but struggling to keep up with them. This pair were altogether easier to photograph.
Moorhens are ‘rails’, as is the slightly larger coot. This one looks in need of a mate, but made a fine portrait.
I’m keeping this brief but couldn’t not post this shot of a dog that was cooling down in the pond. Not that it should have been there; but it was hot from a car ride (so I was told) and was keeping clear of wildlife, so no harm done.
Camera note: all photos taken with the Canon 7D Mark II and EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens.
Andy
19 Jun 2015Looks like everyone is happy, even the dog 🙂
Words
20 Jun 2015Andy, thanks! The dog was thoroughly enjoying itself!
Darko
19 Jun 2015Moorhens are making little aliens 😀
Words
20 Jun 2015Darko, I’ll be keeping my eye open for them. A few weeks I would reckon and they’ll be out and about. 😀