Photos | Dancing Among the Ripples

A graceful pair of wading birds forages in the shimmering waters of San Pablo Bay, captured on a serene spring afternoon.
Full Description:
On April 26, 2025, a tranquil moment unfolds at the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Vallejo, California. Two exquisite water birds, their plumage mirrored on the bay's rippling surface, engage in a delicate dance, searching for sustenance. This peaceful scene, photographed with a Canon R7, highlights the bay's vibrant ecosystem. The birds, likely avocets, represent the natural beauty and serenity that the refuge protects, offering a glimpse into the harmonious world of waterfowl and their habitats.
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6960w x 4640h - (download 4k)
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iso
250
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5
aperture
f/14
focal length
1000mm
latitude
38.14
longitude
-122.34
shutter speed
1/400s
camera make
Canon
camera model
date
2025-04-26T13:23:04.600000-07:00
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-25200
tzname
America/Los_Angeles
overall
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pleasant camera tilt
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pleasant lighting
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pleasant perspective
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pleasant post processing
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sharply focused subject
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well chosen subject
(23.50%)
well framed subject
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well timed shot
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