In my view, here’s what you need to get started with bird photography: an APS-C camera with interchangeable lens capabilities, plus a telephoto lens that reaches 30… See more

I can’t stress this enough: understanding the birds you wish to photograph can greatly boost the quality of your shots. The more you know about a particular species, the better p… See more

You’ve probably heard of the “golden hour,” that magical time in the early morning or late afternoon when the light is soft and warm. Not only is this the best lighting for bird photog… See more

Birds are hardly ever stationary. They flit, fly, and flutter – and if your shutter speed is too long, you’ll end up with blurry images. This is tough to overstate; in my experience… See more

Sometimes the biggest challenge isn’t taking the photo, but finding your subject. You can have all the skills in the world, but if there aren’t any birds around, you’re out of luck. So … See more