I’m sure you haven’t seen my flamingo photos… No you haven’t !!
A few more of the captures I can’t get enough of myself… I am actually quite proud of these captures… very special to me…..
What is it I love about this photo ? You can hardly see the ripples on the water except where their reflection is…
I love this one because of the grass reed reflection in the top… and what is flying there ?
This Flamingo’s neck seems to get into an almost impossible bend, is it a camera angle ?
This one is a favourite, don’t ask me why… I can’t answer, have no reason…
I just love this loner…. and its reflection…
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I love all your images Bulldog but that second and last image are just breathtaking. 🙂
Thanks…. I have so many favourites within this shoot that I feel I could share all 176 and ask for a vote on which is best and would still not come up with a unanimous answer…
There’s something so magical about these photos because of the perfect lighting and reflections. I love them. I never feel they’re repetitious. I agree with you about the one with the reflection in the top of the photo, in particular because I would love to know “who” flew over. 🙂
These were such a special photo shoot… I just happened to be passing on my way to my SiL when looking left I noticed a dam I never knew existed with bird life on it… I had to find my way in to it and fortunately I always have my camera with me… I found them near the one edge of the dam accessible to me and as you say, what perfect light and no wind to disturb the water… I have since been back 4 or 5 times in hope of getting more captures, but they are now too far from any accessible point to take photos… So, that day was just meant to happen.. and I consider myself more than lucky to have got the captures I did… many friends (photographers) have asked for the location which I’ve shared, not one has managed a photo shoot like I got… now how privileged is that ??
You know, I can’t quite put my finger on it but I’m sure I’ve seen some photographs of flamingos somewhere else… 😉 Seriously though Bulldog, I do love your photos as much as I love your enthusiasm for them and I’m with on your favourite, I would say that although I think they are all really beautiful, that would be mine also. Very creative and unique 🙂 Don’t stop!!!!!
Thank you Sherri … you’ve just become my favourite follower, but shhhhh don’t tell anyone else…
Haha…my lips are sealed 😀
You really are an expert in flamingo photography, bulldog. Your favourite is my favourite too. 🙂
Thanks Sylvia… just returned with some major photos of the crowned crane … so you are all to be spared from the flamingos for a while…
I think you just really like flamingos and they are always new to you 🙂
… and each one is a treat for us too!
Thanks Joanne… I do love these photos as they are my very first capture of this bird in the wild… but I’ve just returned from a shoot of my other favourite the crowned crane and I got some very special photos to share with you all in the future… flamingos will have to take a back seat for a while…
Sono eccezionali, splendide. Bravissimo Rob, bravissimo!!
Ciao, Pat
Thank you Pat…
YOU are so funny, I would love to try to paint one of these for you. I have saved some to try.
I look forward to seeing that… thank you
OK I will for sure
Flamingos are adorable ❤ Beautiful post as always 🙂
Thank you so much
No I’ve never seen a flamingo photo before so this is a lovely treat!
Oh I’m now so happy…. thsnk you
I can never get enough of these birds. 🙂
So pleased to hear that…. thank you…
You’re welcome!
Thank you Laura
🙂
Beautiful photos (every time).
Thanks Anneli
You’re right about the bending of their necks…I wonder that’s where plumbers got their idea of the wonky pipes under our sinks? (Am I weird or what?) 😉
Weird… I think you’re brilliant for working that out…. now if the plumbers can just get it right that they never block…..
Yeah, but then they’d be out of a job…
Your favorite capture is so interesting, and it struck me the moment I looked t it. What you have is a mirror-like image of those two flamingos. Look at the angle of the necks: they are parallel images! Great photo.
Thanks Ronnie I see what you are mentioning… it is one of my favourites…
I never get sick of them – these are fantastic!! My favourite is the last one. It’s just so simple and beautiful, and the reflection is wonderful :).
Thank you… glad to hear that, ’cause I can’t get enough of them and will probably pester you with more in the future…
Not more flamingo photos – just joking Rob, they’re really good. I would be equally fascinated by their natural beauty, and trying to capture the best shot possible.
Thanks Brian… yep more and probably more in the future… lol
Haha! Seen them before? I loved them. You added a couple. I’d love to have prints. Do you sell them anywhere? If you don’t, you really should. Just fantastic photographs, Rob! 🙂
They are all new ones I’ve never posted before… very similar to some you’ve already seen … but George if there are any you would like me to send you in a full format I will do it with pleasure… just let me know…. I’m no pro photographer and will happily share my enjoyment…
Thank you so very much, Rob! I will send the ones I like so much. What is the email?
rainslie@vodamail.co.za
They are indeed very nice pictures. I remember seeing pink flamingoes in the south of France last year and I also did take a lot of pictures so I understand how you feel….(Suzanne)
One has to capture while you can… it was my first encounter with them in the wild and I was not going to miss the chance….thank you…
Absolutely beautiful, love them too…. did you know there is this blog from this guy in Africa who does the most stunning flamingo pictures… just like you! hehe Keep them coming!
Hell can you let me have a link to him…lol… thanks Ute…
Loving those reflective shots, Bulldog.
Thanks Michelle… this is in your neck of the woods…
For ages now I’ve been thinking “When oh when is bulldog going to post some flamingo pictures? He NEVER posts flamingo pictures!” 😉 No but seriously, these are beautiful!
Thanks Vanessa… when I think how long I’ve been interested in birds in one way or another (the two legged type no no no, I mean the winged type) (55 years) and now to have seen these in the wild and been able to get my own photos after so long has been a privilege hard to describe to others… I’ve been back to the dam and they are still there but now just too far to photo… so I consider myself very lucky to have captured these birds when I did….
Nice ones Rob … Funny how none of us really know much about these beautiful birds !! Time to study them I guess – never too old to learn something new. Keep them coming xx
Thanks Jane… I have now read up everything I can on these birds… for one I never knew they frequented the old transvaal, which they apparently do… now I wonder why I’ve never seen them before… they don’t nest near here, which is a pity as it would be nice to try and capture a little of the breeding stage and young…. but as you say “never too old to learn” and this type lesson I love… I’ve been back to the dam and they are still there but now just too far to photo… so I consider myself very lucky to have captured these birds the first time….
So I was wondering….Are these flamingos white because they are juveniles or because of their diet? The ones we see here are pink due to the type of algae they consume, but only after the age of 2.
They are the greater flamingo and it is their colour… the lessor is pink due to it’s diet… I mentioned in my first post of these that I actually don’t know too much about them, this being my first encounter, but white is their colour… been back to the sight where I found these and they are still there just too far for photos. … so that day I was just lucky and maybe that is why I love these photos so much…
Thank you! I’ve long by fascinated by these beautiful waders but am sorely lacking in my awareness of the various species. I love how much I learn by reading your blog!
These are stunning captures bulldog, love them all! 🙂
Thank you so much…. you’re sure you haven’t seen too many yet?
Lol, not likely anytime this century 😀
totally with you Bulldog – can’t get enough of any of your photography though truth be told 🙂
You are too kind with your comments…. pleade don’t stop… lol