Great spotted woodpecker

[Cellarman]

Stunning photograph.

Who said digital would never be as good as film?

[RAINBOWRUSSELL]

Well Dreamer,
I really hope a female turns up soon,our male has been constantly calling out using every tree in the whole area around here!
Sat out having a lovely spot of lunch & sparkling vino yesterday all lovely and peacefull ....except for.....yes Mr G Woodpecker!My darling husband did threaten to make a pie of him several times....he was only joking...he can't cook!!!

[Dreamer]

Originally Posted by RAINBOWRUSSELL

Well Dreamer,
I really hope a female turns up soon,our male has been constantly calling out using every tree in the whole area around here!
Sat out having a lovely spot of lunch & sparkling vino yesterday all lovely and peacefull ....except for.....yes Mr G Woodpecker!My darling husband did threaten to make a pie of him several times....he was only joking...he can't cook!!!

lol get him a cook book

all winter i've been trying for the pair but only managed the female, did'nt even see the male. today i did but it was at a distance. but i think im only going to be in the wood for the rest of the week then i'm moving on spring is in the air

[ChrisJB]

Originally Posted by Geoff F

But what camera/lens? Information about equipment can be useful to beginners who are wondering what to purchase.

I'm really glad you flagged this up Geoff. As a complete novice I find this really useful. I'd like to see more information like this in the Gallery.

Regards, Chris

[skywatcher]

Lovely shot. I think the 300f4+ converter with the 40D is a great combo and light enough to handhold and carry around all day.I'm a small woman and it was the answer for me. Just upgraded to the 50D (Error 99 issues with my40D) and the 50D really loves this lens.
Skywatcher

[Spyroviper]

If only all birds shared the same consideration for us!

I have seen many a great pose by lovely birds but it's always the best one's that seem to only do them when the sun is right next to them or behind them.
Great shot! You must be very pleased

[RAINBOWRUSSELL]

Dear Dreamer,
I think the Dorset Fire Service has enough to do with heath fires without my husband learning to cook !
Mr G Woodpecker is still around but not quite so bad today!

[Dreamer]

Originally Posted by Spyroviper

If only all birds shared the same consideration for us!

I have seen many a great pose by lovely birds but it's always the best one's that seem to only do them when the sun is right next to them or behind them.
Great shot! You must be very pleased

thank you viper i must admit i am quite pleased with the shot

Originally Posted by skywatcher

Lovely shot. I think the 300f4+ converter with the 40D is a great combo and light enough to handhold and carry around all day.I'm a small woman and it was the answer for me. Just upgraded to the 50D (Error 99 issues with my40D) and the 50D really loves this lens.
Skywatcher

thanks sky, i love this lens i think i must of had it for about 9 - 10 years and its still going strong, no problems with it at all.

Originally Posted by RAINBOWRUSSELL

Dear Dreamer,
I think the Dorset Fire Service has enough to do with heath fires without my husband learning to cook !
Mr G Woodpecker is still around but not quite so bad today!

lol ok forget the cook book, i really do hope she shows up for him. i had the male on the perch for the first time yesterday, only managed a couple of shots but there not good so no post. i am going to get him