Results 1 to 21 of 21

Thread: Sand Martin - Riparia riparia

  1. #1
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default Sand Martin - Riparia riparia

    Just out of the town centre I was surprised to see a number of small martins zipping across the canal - it was at a very closed-in point with building up close on both sides. They were appearing from the wall of the canal. Apparently they set in a number of pipes specially for them.

    I watched for a while entranced because they were SO close. They were of course too fast and agile to get anything really good in flight (and I got only a very fuzzy shot of 3 trying to get into a hole at the same time), but here's the best of what I got.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version. 

Name:	SH3297 -1007 10-Sand_Martin-Riparia_riparia.jpg 
Views:	205 
Size:	363.3 KB 
ID:	14822   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	SH3307 -1007 10-Sand_Martin-Riparia_riparia.jpg 
Views:	189 
Size:	383.4 KB 
ID:	14823   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	SH3286 -1007 10-San_Martin-Riparia_riparia.jpg 
Views:	195 
Size:	374.9 KB 
ID:	14824   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	SH3324 -1007 10-San_Martin-Riparia_riparia.jpg 
Views:	206 
Size:	295.8 KB 
ID:	14825  

    Click image for larger version. 

Name:	SH3259 -1007 10.jpg 
Views:	202 
Size:	320.8 KB 
ID:	14826  

  2. #2
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Cracking, I shall be down there tomorrow with the Bigma.
    Rolf

  3. #3
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    ... so we shall expect some nice shots of them in action.... bastard

  4. #4
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Wouldn't bank on it, the Bigma isn't great for action shots, too big and heavy.

    I'll take the 150mm as well, do they come reasonably close?
    Rolf

  5. #5
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    Yep - you are standing (or kneeling in my case - ouch!!) right at the edge and they fly across to the middle.. and of course as it's not up high that doesn't add to the distance. You may not get any good action shots ( they are quick little suckers), but you are bound to get some nice 'wall' shots.

  6. #6
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Well if they're that close I could use the 50mm with wide open aperture F1.4 and a lightning fast shutter speed and just click until one flies through the frame.
    Rolf

  7. #7
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    Yep, should work well - it's a relatively limited space they are flying through, bounded by the buildings and of course are often in or out of the nests so it's not hard to predict their location.

  8. #8
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Well wasn't a great success, was being constantly watched by one of the locals, who spent all of the time i was there, taking phone calls and having quick meetings with people, same one who spoke to you yesterday apparently, sure he thought I was staking him out.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_P7113842.jpg 
Views:	185 
Size:	292.6 KB 
ID:	14833   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_P7113866.jpg 
Views:	179 
Size:	238.0 KB 
ID:	14834   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_P7113872.jpg 
Views:	192 
Size:	153.7 KB 
ID:	14835   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_P7113875.jpg 
Views:	200 
Size:	183.0 KB 
ID:	14836  

    Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_P7113878.jpg 
Views:	186 
Size:	487.3 KB 
ID:	14837   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_P7113880.jpg 
Views:	197 
Size:	510.0 KB 
ID:	14838  
    Rolf

  9. #9
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    Still there on his phone, eh? I wonder what sort of business he's in

    Pity - not as good a selection as I would expect from you - still, it makes mine less disappointing The last couple are nice and clear, though, and it's easy to try again.

  10. #10
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Yep, I parked in Orts road, a 50m walk, using my trade permit. It had got a bit dull by the time I took the last photos, I may try again later in the week, but even a 500mm is a little too short.
    Rolf

  11. #11
    Founder Member Chocky's Avatar
    Real Name
    Beryl
    Join Date
    Apr 2007
    Location
    Exmouth
    Posts
    17,488
    Cameras and Equipment

    Nikon D7200 Camera. Nikon 55-300mm VR F4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX NIKKOR SWM WAF-5 DX Micro Nikkor 40mmf/2.8G SWM DX swm ED af aspherical 18-55 With wide angle converter Nikon Coolpix S5100 Sony HandycamDCR-SR58 Hama tripod Canon Pixma iP7250 PixmaMG5500

    Default

    Nice Captures Have never seen any

  12. #12
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    Since I can't get about much I didn't think that I would get the chance to see any so I was gobsmacked to see them just 10 mins walk from the town centre!!!

  13. #13
    Regular Member
    Real Name
    joe
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Location
    Woodley Reading
    Posts
    1,020
    Cameras and Equipment

    Nikon D300,nikon 70-200 +1.7 converter. Nikon 105 mm Macro with VR Sigma 300 with X2 converter Nikon P5000 with fieldscope and Binos Nikon D7000 Nikon 17-55 mm F2.8

    Default

    After walking down Orts road which way to turn? I'd like to have a try with the 300mm and X2 converter. The sand martin banks at Dinton are just too far away.

  14. #14
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Into Orts road from Kings road, turn left through the first block of flats, just before the permit parking, takes you down to the riverside and there you are.
    Rolf

  15. #15
    Regular Member
    Real Name
    joe
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Location
    Woodley Reading
    Posts
    1,020
    Cameras and Equipment

    Nikon D300,nikon 70-200 +1.7 converter. Nikon 105 mm Macro with VR Sigma 300 with X2 converter Nikon P5000 with fieldscope and Binos Nikon D7000 Nikon 17-55 mm F2.8

    Default

    Thanks Rolf, will probably walk down there tomorrow afternoon.

  16. #16
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Worth a visit Joe, although we may have rain tomorrow.
    Rolf

  17. #17
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    That chap is going to wonder about a photographer turning up 2 days in a row!!!

  18. #18
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Well Three days actually.
    Rolf

  19. #19
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    Oops - I meant to say 3... it must have been the excitement of the world cup final Hey - can we find anyone else to go tomorrow?

  20. #20
    Administrator rolf's Avatar
    Real Name
    Rolf
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Tilehurst, Berkshire
    Posts
    11,264
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus E-30, Sigma 50-500mm Lens, Sigma 150mm Macro lens, Zuiko 70-300mm lens, Sigma 50mm F1,4 lens, Extension tube, 1.4x tele-converter, Carbon FibreTripod, Monopod, Vanguard Binoculars, Celestron 80F-ED Scope, Remembird recorder.

    Default

    Just procesed slightly larger versions of two of the photos.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_large_P7113880.jpg 
Views:	206 
Size:	353.9 KB 
ID:	14853   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	sand_martin_large-P7113884.jpg 
Views:	186 
Size:	228.4 KB 
ID:	14852  
    Rolf

  21. #21
    Slightly Mad Moderator ladylouise62's Avatar
    Real Name
    Louise
    Join Date
    Jan 2007
    Location
    Reading, Berks (England)
    Posts
    4,209
    Cameras and Equipment

    Olympus Evolt E520, and borrowed lenses and flash. Fuji Finepix S7000 for Macro A chair :)

    Default

    Nice shots. They are a very 'cuddly' looking bird, I think it may be the relatively large head and eye - i.e. the same thing that makes babies seem cute.

Thread Information

Users Browsing this Thread

There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads

  1. Sand martin
    By WD-40 in forum Wildlife News feeds
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 24-05-2013, 03:11 PM
  2. Home is where the sand martin is
    By WD-40 in forum Wildlife News feeds
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 03-06-2010, 03:34 PM
  3. Sand Martin
    By joe in forum Bird Photos General
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 01-06-2010, 08:07 PM
  4. Sand Martin Riparia riparia New Gallery Photo
    By Gallery Spy in forum Thames Valley Birds Photo Gallery new submissions
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 28-05-2010, 09:03 PM
  5. Sand Martin new build homes
    By rolf in forum Meeting Place and Chat Forum
    Replies: 14
    Last Post: 23-04-2009, 10:10 PM

Tags for this Thread

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Copyright of members' images remains with the individual member and these images may not be reproduced or downloaded without their written permission.
If you cannot contact the relevant member for permission, please contact Thames Valley Birds and we will pass on your request.

pets and plants

WYW
Birding Top 500 Counter RSPB - Nature's Voice
The Admin Zone Directory of Forums


Top Lists