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What’s Up?<\/h3>\n

Conditions on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings were perfect with cloudy to cloudy bright skies and a 15mph wind from the east\/northeast. On Tuesday I kept zigging when I should have zagged. There was little action and few chick feedings and most of those took place behind some beach vegetation. Wednesday morning was 1000 times better with tons of action and multiple feedings, most in the clear. After the first edit, 159 images out of the 2250 that I created passed muster. <\/p>\n

There was a small tern chick wandering the beach alone, 100s of yards from the colony. I wound up saving it from the big surf after it wandered too close to the waves. It likely perished from exposure after I placed it back inside the colony ropes. The full story and images to come. <\/p>\n

Today is Thursday 22 June 2023 and it is supposed to rain most days from now till the end of the month when I leave. I am sure that I will sneak in a few good sessions between now and then. Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, I hope that you too enjoy every day no matter the weather. Huge thanks to my affiliate manager and B&H for an amazingly wonderful dinner at the Tabernacle Steak House<\/a> in midtown Manhattan last night. <\/p>\n

The Fact$ of Life<\/h3>\n

The market for editorial sales of natural history images has virtually disappeared. The incomes of the world’s top stock photographers are down by at least 90%. Like me, most depend on income from photo trips, the sale of educational materials, and income from this or that affiliate program. <\/p>\n

In 2001, BAA sold the publication rights to images for nearly one-quarter million US dollars. That amount dropped to about $20,000 by 2011, and in 2017, to slightly more than $2,000.00. We’ve stopped counting. IPTs used to fill within days. Now I am happy to go with one or two folks, but I’d much rather have you along. And so it goes. In 2009, I turned to creating educational blog posts, now to the tune of 4039. Yes, 4039 educational blog posts. So, please remember to use either my B&H or Bedfords affiliate links for your major purposes. It does not cost you one cent to do either. <\/p>\n

B&H<\/h3>\n

Many folks have written recently stating that they purchased a Sony a1 from B&H and would like their free membership in the Sony 1 Info and Updates Group, a $150.00 value. When I check my affiliate account, their orders have not been there. When I let them know that they get credit for B&H purchases only if they use one of the many B&H affiliate links on the blog <\/em><\/strong> or begin their searches with this link<\/a>, they are always disappointed. If in doubt, please contact me via e-mail<\/a> and request a BH link. I am always glad to help and to guide you to the right gear.<\/p>\n

B&H Simplified<\/h3>\n

To ensure that I get credit for your B&H purchases, you can always click here.<\/a> The tracking is invisible but greatly appreciated. And, you can use your PayBoo card. You must use the website to order. Thanking me for the past 4000 educational blog posts could not be any easier and will not cost you one penny. Please shoot me your B&H receipt for major purchases. <\/p>\n

Bedfords Simplified<\/h3>\n

Click here<\/a> to start your search. Choose standard shipping, and when you get to the payment page, enter BIRDSASART in the discount code box and hit apply. You will be upgraded to free second day air Fed-Ex and receive 3% cash back on your credit card once your stuff ships. Either is greatly appreciated by yours truly. <\/p>\n

Nickerson Beach June 2023 Common Tern\/American Oystercatcher\/Black Skimmer In-the-Field Sessions<\/h3>\n

I am offering both morning and afternoon sessions from now through the end of this month. If you would like to become a better bird photographer, shoot me an e-mail<\/a> to learn the details. Scheduling for these sessions can be arranged on short notice by checking the weather. A better option is to join me on the IPT. As I have nobody signed up, I can tailor the dates for the first one who does. <\/p>\n

IPT veterans and couples or friends signing up together are invited to e-mail<\/a> for discount information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f\/5.6-6.3 VR Lens<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

The NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f\/5.6-6.3 VR Lens!<\/h3>\n

Noting the excellence of the sharp, hand-holdable, and amazingly versatile Sony FE 200-600mm f\/5.6-6.3 G OSS lens<\/a> Nikon recently announced the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f\/5.6-6.3 VR lens. This new lens is 4 ounces lighter than the Sony 2-6, is 20mm wider at the short end, and the internal zooming is fast and efficient. Internal focusing means that the length of the lens does not change when you zoom in or out. It seems like a great addition to the Nikon lens lineup. <\/p>\n

You can pre-order yours here from B&H and have them pay the tax by using your Payboo card, or get on a much shorter wait list by pre-ordering from Bedford’s here<\/a>, using the BIRDSASART discount code at check-out, getting 3% back on your credit card when the lens ships, and enjoying free second day Fed-Ex. <\/p>\n

From the Manufacturer<\/h2>\n

Ease of use: At its widest setting, the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f\/5.6-6.3 VR is great for locating your subject. With a mere 70 degree turn of the zoom ring, you can reach all the way to 600mm for tight framing with beautiful background compression.<\/p>\n

Handheld shooting: Built-in optical Vibration Reduction (VR) provides a stabilization effect equivalent to a shutter speed of 5.5 stops faster, reducing camera blur when panning to track fast-moving subjects.<\/p>\n

Pairs great with Z teleconverters: Increase your reach by 2x (up to 1200mm) with the Nikon Z Teleconverter TC-2.0x or 1.4x (up to 840mm) with the Z Teleconverter TC-1.4x (sold separately).<\/p>\n

Feature rich: Quick release tripod foot, strap eyelet, customizable control ring and function buttons provide effortless operation.<\/p>\n

Balanced and built-tough: Internal zooming maintains size and center of gravity, as well as minimizes dust intrusion.<\/em><\/p>\n

I take issue only with the second item because image stabilization never stops motion blur caused by the subject movement. No matter as this will surely be a great lens for Nikon folks who photograph birds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This image was created on 20 June 2023 at Nickerson Beach Park, Lido Beach, Long Island, NY. Seated on dry sand, working behind the lowered Robus RC-5558-3 Vantage Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod<\/a> topped by the <\/Levered-Clamp FlexShooter Pro<\/a>, I used the Sony FE 600mm f\/4 GM OSS lens<\/a> with the Sony FE 1.4x Teleconverter<\/a>, and The One, the Sony Alpha 1 Mirrorless Digital Camera.<\/a>. Exposure was determined using Zebra technology: ISO 2000: 1\/2000 second at f\/8 (stopped down one stop) in Manual mode. When evaluated in RawDigger,<\/a> the raw file brightness was determined to be perfect. AWB at 10:49:11am a cloudy sunny morning. <\/p>\n

Tracking: expand Spot with Bird Face\/Eye detection enabled performed perfectly. Be sure to click on the image to enjoy the larger, sharper, high-res version.<\/p>\n

Image #1: Begging Common Tern chick with adult\n