Tora, tora, tora.
Uploaded: August 14, 2007
A Common Tern in attack mode defending it's nearby chicks. Seconds after this shot was taken I was on the receiving end of that sharp beak, luckerly I was wearing a hat. Taken on the Farne Islands, UK.
100-400L IS, 1/1250th @ f/6.3, ISO 200.
Robert S. Grauer August 14, 2007
Beautifully done!! This is what is called the "decisive moment" excellent timing. You get the feeling that your about to be dive bombed, time to duck down and take cover. #4647748Jeff Robinson August 14, 2007
Great job Mark! Jeff #4648343Deborah C. Lewinson August 14, 2007
Stunning capture, Mark! #4648350Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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