Hard REALITY of BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY // Birds of prey in snow

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  • Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
  • I realized that I sometime can stress to get new bird species to photograph. But that is not the way I want to have a great time in nature.
    In this episode, we soar alongside nature's finest hunters, showcasing their awe-inspiring beauty and untamed elegance. From the goshaw to the rough-legged buzzard, I capture the essence of these magnificent creatures and delve into the challenges of photographing them in the winter scenery.
    I also found a dipper in a local river. Where I worked with capturing this bird with slow shutterspeed to get a different type of image.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 131

  • @trondwestby
    @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +2

    What are your struggles in bird photography ?

    • @bolleolympus
      @bolleolympus 11 місяців тому +1

      Ingenting! Lager meg middag osv i mitt Selby 300. Har funnet ut at det beste er å ha på radioen og sitte fullt synlig i døra uten kamuflasje. De kommer alltid...

    • @David_Quinn1995
      @David_Quinn1995 11 місяців тому +1

      finding new places to explore, I have been doing it since I was 10 and have been to every state park within 6 hours of me. I need to get out west more and explore those parks for new opportunities.

    • @jamesbarnes3063
      @jamesbarnes3063 11 місяців тому

      With a bad knee it is getting out,lol. Knee replacement surgery next month and 2 months later I am on the hunt

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Ohh...thats not good. Good luck with surgery! @@jamesbarnes3063

    • @norskattforfun8575
      @norskattforfun8575 11 місяців тому +1

      Finding new places but I have a holiday coming up where I’ll hopefully see some migratory sea birds 🤞

  • @LouisaLee63
    @LouisaLee63 11 місяців тому +16

    You can repeat taking photos of any bird as often as you want to as far as I am concerned! Your photos and videos are unique and beautiful every time. Thank you for sharing them with us!

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Wow.....thank you for your kind compliment.

  • @alanmacleay6213
    @alanmacleay6213 11 місяців тому +10

    Amazing seeing the Goshawk breathing in the snow in lovely light. Great captures of the buzzard interaction as well. Lovely work as always!

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much Alan! So glad you liked it.

  • @kevins8575
    @kevins8575 11 місяців тому +3

    Never forget your long-time subjects. They will always reward you with new poses and backgrounds.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      So agree! Thanks for watching.

  • @laurelb8372
    @laurelb8372 11 місяців тому +4

    Wonderful to watch your videos, you look so happy out in nature, beautiful images 👏

  • @cliftonwhittaker260
    @cliftonwhittaker260 11 місяців тому +1

    It doesn't get any better than this, Trond. Stills and video are as nearly perfect as it is possible to get. You are there, Trond.

  • @dirkwaals2013
    @dirkwaals2013 11 місяців тому +1

    The golden light with the goshawk, amazing 🤗😍

  • @Halmstadfoto
    @Halmstadfoto 11 місяців тому +1

    Great photos Trond and the rough-legged buzzard is one of my favorites that I don't have very often in my environment. Lovely with the breath. Always nice to see your videos.

  • @andrass.2842
    @andrass.2842 11 місяців тому +1

    The bird's breath looks fantastic!
    I photographed a sparrowhawk at a nature reserve near Bergen. The first time I saw, it, I was just walking when it landed on a rock about 20 meters from me. A few days ago I was walking in the same area when I stumbled upon it. It was just sitting on a rock while I was 10-15 meters away. I was taking pictures and moving and speaking. That bird just didn't care about my presence. It was feathering and keeping an eye on the skylarks. It's amazing to be so close!

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      It is the best feeling :)

  • @GiuseppeGessa
    @GiuseppeGessa 9 місяців тому

    Birds of prey are so amazing, like your photos. Great video Trond, as always!! 🙂

  • @peterwest9053
    @peterwest9053 7 місяців тому

    What an amazing experience Trond, I've only had the opportunity to photograph a falconry Goshawk, but one day hopefully 🤞

  • @martneervoort1442
    @martneervoort1442 11 місяців тому +2

    Again a great video with beautiful pictures.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for your compliment.

  • @ravineelakantan6417
    @ravineelakantan6417 10 місяців тому

    It is always a joy to watch the videos here...the childlike glee , excitement and wonder filled eyes and expression of Trond Westby is something that is fascinating and infectious...superb video footage and snaps and the running commentary puts us right in the thick of action alongside this superb Birder...not to be missed.

  • @alanmacleay6213
    @alanmacleay6213 11 місяців тому +2

    Sometimes its just good to be out in nature with the company of an old friend.

  • @malcolmross3782
    @malcolmross3782 11 місяців тому +2

    Hello Trond, once more you have given you viewers an awesome selection of bird photographs. Thanks for your dedication and sharing them, stay safe.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much Malcom for always being so supportive.

  • @WildlifePhotographerUK
    @WildlifePhotographerUK 11 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely fantastic video once again Trond, love watching your videos and your photography is just spot on how delightful to watch the Goshawk and how lucky you were to photograph it, to say I'm a little envious is an understatement, great video and looking forward to your next trip. 👍

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for your support and compliment :)

  • @clivewelch1025
    @clivewelch1025 11 місяців тому +1

    Hi Trond great video and once again absolutely stunning images just brilliant to watch. Until next time take care and stay safe my friend

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Hi! Thank you so much for your support and kind words.

  • @alexandreentenzablanco6454
    @alexandreentenzablanco6454 11 місяців тому +1

    spectacular lights arching the body of the goshawk, an appreciation of the target, 😢soul will be again.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for your support and comment.

  • @BullitTom
    @BullitTom 11 місяців тому +1

    Superb pictures again Trond, the battle picture I love

  • @RogerAVHansen
    @RogerAVHansen 11 місяців тому +1

    You ended up with some wonderful photos! 😃

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much Roger! :)

  • @markandnellie
    @markandnellie 11 місяців тому +1

    WOW great video my friend, well worth the patience, rewarded with some brilliant footage👍🐶

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much Mark! Appreciate your support!

  • @mickcarr5031
    @mickcarr5031 11 місяців тому +1

    fantastic photos Trond, cracking action shots. I also love the music at the end there too. cheers.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      I am so glad you liked it. Thank you!

  • @johntorp
    @johntorp 11 місяців тому +1

    Really good photos and a great video Trond 🤩

  • @WildlifeOnFocus
    @WildlifeOnFocus 10 місяців тому

    Nice Video ❤❤❤

  • @patriziabertorello2722
    @patriziabertorello2722 11 місяців тому +1

    Compliments!!! It was hard to find the right location and the right moment but perseverance and patience made possible these amazing photos ... Well done 👍🔝👏👏🏆

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much for your kind compliment.

  • @StianTorp
    @StianTorp 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow! The pics are just great!

  • @mikes4408
    @mikes4408 11 місяців тому

    Wow! nice @wb2pics 😁

  • @debbiewitt7028
    @debbiewitt7028 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful footage Trond ❤

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for the support and compliment.

  • @garrydelday5816
    @garrydelday5816 11 місяців тому +1

    Truly stunning images Trond, the two facing each other off is incredible 👌🦅

  • @bjarnehyldgaard
    @bjarnehyldgaard 11 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful pictures as always 👍 Thanks for sharing

  • @Zycienadkanalemobry
    @Zycienadkanalemobry 11 місяців тому +1

    Amazing Clips! Very nice videuo.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed.

  • @TBuanes_Photography
    @TBuanes_Photography 11 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely stunning shots Trond.
    Just love it!

  • @TonKuipers134
    @TonKuipers134 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow, you made again a wonderful story with amazing pictures 👌 passion 👍

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Wow....thanks for your kind words and compliment.

  • @junerobinson8169
    @junerobinson8169 11 місяців тому +1

    Love your Photos they are amazing as always, thank you for sharing them with us all
    Take care , see you next time 😊

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for your encouraging comment.

  • @glennhunt3595
    @glennhunt3595 11 місяців тому +1

    Insane quality of both footage and stills there Trond well up there with the very best of wildlife image makers - just stunning my friend. 👌

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much Glenn!

  • @alandearson1270
    @alandearson1270 11 місяців тому +1

    Another great video Trond.

  • @lifewatcherkonstantin1637
    @lifewatcherkonstantin1637 10 місяців тому

    great moments and great shots. Reward for the photographer :)

  • @norskattforfun8575
    @norskattforfun8575 11 місяців тому +1

    Just WOW. Fantastic images ❤

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much....so kind of you :)

  • @TheSun1901
    @TheSun1901 11 місяців тому +1

    Very nice work, Trond!

  • @deanseldon5640
    @deanseldon5640 11 місяців тому

    Awesome stuff👍

  • @karelbregman2235
    @karelbregman2235 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful as always.👏🏼

  • @michalbroza1325
    @michalbroza1325 11 місяців тому +2

    WOW...

  • @canon_nl388
    @canon_nl388 11 місяців тому +1

    Great content, greetz from the Netherlands!

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for your kind compliment.

  • @waileemo6682
    @waileemo6682 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful video . Thank you for sharing

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! Thanks for your support.

  • @waynearchibald3920
    @waynearchibald3920 11 місяців тому

    Wow, beautiful Trond! 👌

  • @michaell5038
    @michaell5038 11 місяців тому +1

    Excellent images, love the z9

  • @claudemireaultnature
    @claudemireaultnature 10 місяців тому

    Exceptional. Videos and photos are superbs

  • @davidchurch1541
    @davidchurch1541 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful images

  • @phototheka
    @phototheka 11 місяців тому +1

    Love your work, keep shine 👑

  • @rham0s820
    @rham0s820 11 місяців тому

    Siempre es un placer ver tus videos cada semana!

  • @martyntorode7126
    @martyntorode7126 11 місяців тому

    Amazing images Trond.

  • @stopptiden
    @stopptiden 11 місяців тому +1

    Your videos are SOOO inspirational Trond! I am actually thinking about re-igniting my own UA-cam channel again :)

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      Wow....what a lovely compliment. Thanks for your support. You should :)

  • @jurgenlange9024
    @jurgenlange9024 11 місяців тому +1

    Perfect. TOP Video

  • @paulseitz3671
    @paulseitz3671 11 місяців тому +1

    The results are amazing

  • @angelaknight903
    @angelaknight903 11 місяців тому +1

    Super dupa magic thank-you 😊

  • @Fishing_with_Reg
    @Fishing_with_Reg 11 місяців тому

    Absolutely beautiful.

  • @chadkinsley542
    @chadkinsley542 10 місяців тому

    Gorgeous photos and video. I noticed you shot all of that using 3D is this your go to focus mode as I haven't even tried it? Do you utilize any of the other focus modes and if so for what type of scenarios? I have been using all area and find it jumps to the background often. Thanks for great content like always!

  • @jamesbarnes3063
    @jamesbarnes3063 11 місяців тому +1

    just beautiful

  • @huseyinokyar6251
    @huseyinokyar6251 11 місяців тому

    Nice Job👍

  • @NatureLenzPhoto
    @NatureLenzPhoto 11 місяців тому

    Beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

  • @rileybrown718
    @rileybrown718 11 місяців тому

    Personally I love and at times prefer the up close images rather then the ones with lots of negative space

  • @johnhjic2
    @johnhjic2 11 місяців тому +1

    Hello Trod, Super images. But that was the first time I have heard of a CF Express card failed. Any thoughts on why.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому

      Hi John! Me too....Have no idea. Wish I knew.

  • @michaelwallwork7482
    @michaelwallwork7482 11 місяців тому +1

    I've said it before, and I'll say it again. You're a brilliant wildlife photographer, but I don't know how you cope in that tunnel hide. It makes me claustrophobic, just watching the vlog.

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      Wow.....what a lovely feedback and support. Thank you :)

  • @NickTheGreek-m3x
    @NickTheGreek-m3x 11 місяців тому +1

    Hi Trond! Which camera and lens combination do you suggest to beginers?

    • @trondwestby
      @trondwestby  11 місяців тому +1

      I would choose a crop camera and maybe a 150-600 lense. You will get a great combo for the money :)

    • @NickTheGreek-m3x
      @NickTheGreek-m3x 11 місяців тому

      @@trondwestby Thanks. Which camera do you suggest?

  • @CarlWinter-oy8uf
    @CarlWinter-oy8uf 8 місяців тому

    What is the mega pixel rating of your camera ?----Is it a Canon or NIKON ? What size lens ? 600 mm ?

  • @bolleolympus
    @bolleolympus 11 місяців тому +1

    😊😊✌✌👌👌👍👍❤❤

  • @Luontokuvaaja.Kalle.Larsson
    @Luontokuvaaja.Kalle.Larsson 11 місяців тому

    Is this tunnelhide yours own?

  • @EzozaHalimova-p5d
    @EzozaHalimova-p5d 11 місяців тому

    Strong money 80

  • @Ericbjohnston5150
    @Ericbjohnston5150 11 місяців тому

    Catch some mice in a barn or whatever. Then go out photographing birds of pray. Throw mice on the snow and wait.