Scottish Wildlife Photography. Part 1, Red Kite Photography
danwillis_photography
7,433 views
Welcome back to another video and this will be part one of several videos as I tour Scotland in the depths of winter for it's wildlife.
In this episode (Part 1) I am in Dumfries and Galloway and visit a Red Kite feeding station Bellymack. With possibly 100+ Red Kites soaring over head expecting an easy meal you would think that getting quality photographs would be easy? Think again this type of photography requires planning, skill and photographic knowledge!
Now I know that feeding wildlife is not everyones cup of tea, in fact I have in the past received criticism for doing so, so I thought it important to explain why this is such an important part of the reintroduction and development of a species that historically was wiped from existing in the UK.
Feeding stations were encouraged by the RSPB with the first one being Gigrin Farm in Wales. The aim was to provide a reliable source of food to support the population of Red Kites. Other Red Kite feeding stations have also been established with at least 3 that I am aware of in Scotland.
For people wishing to see this beautiful bird this is a true spectacle to behold.
So come along for the journey and see what I see.............
If you have enjoyed the music in this video click on the link below
https://share.epidemicsound.com/tdfry2
Kit used:
Nikon Z9
Nikon 500mm F4G
Nikon Z70-200mm f2.8
Nikon FTZ Adapter ii
Gitzo Series 5 Systematic Tripod
Gitzo fluid Gimbal Head
DJI Pocket 2
GoPro Hero 11
DJI Mini 3 pro
20 Comments
Capturing photographs of birds in flight is a daunting task, but the rewards are priceless. Greetings from Switzerland !
Scottish Wildlife Photography. Part 1, Red Kite Photography
danwillis_photography
7,433 views
Welcome back to another video and this will be part one of several videos as I tour Scotland in the depths of winter for it's wildlife.
In this episode (Part 1) I am in Dumfries and Galloway and visit a Red Kite feeding station Bellymack. With possibly 100+ Red Kites soaring over head expecting an easy meal you would think that getting quality photographs would be easy? Think again this type of photography requires planning, skill and photographic knowledge!
Now I know that feeding wildlife is not everyones cup of tea, in fact I have in the past received criticism for doing so, so I thought it important to explain why this is such an important part of the reintroduction and development of a species that historically was wiped from existing in the UK.
Feeding stations were encouraged by the RSPB with the first one being Gigrin Farm in Wales. The aim was to provide a reliable source of food to support the population of Red Kites. Other Red Kite feeding stations have also been established with at least 3 that I am aware of in Scotland.
For people wishing to see this beautiful bird this is a true spectacle to behold.
So come along for the journey and see what I see.............
If you have enjoyed the music in this video click on the link below
https://share.epidemicsound.com/tdfry2
Kit used:
Nikon Z9
Nikon 500mm F4G
Nikon Z70-200mm f2.8
Nikon FTZ Adapter ii
Gitzo Series 5 Systematic Tripod
Gitzo fluid Gimbal Head
DJI Pocket 2
GoPro Hero 11
DJI Mini 3 pro