black phoebe

[mdphotography]

this fast moving flycatcher is a challenging subject to shoot - you really have to anticipate and you end up with a lot of cut off shots (or at least I do!).  Fortunately, I got some nice captures of these two hunting (separately) in the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve in Southern California.

[stevet1]

Michael,

Your patience paid off well.

Steve Thomas

[SignifDigits]

Great shots.  I love that their song matches their name - makes it really easy.  They even answer if you just say "Pheebee" loudly.  Had a nice convo with one in a bare sycamore this am.

[mdphotography]

I'll try that the next time I see one!

[mdphotography]

thank you!