The Hawaiian Stilt is a fascinating bird to observe. Aeʻo (stilt) and kukuluaeʻo (standing high) are names that refer to the bird in Hawaiian. With a population last measured at 1,758, it is an endangered species.
Near my home is a population of Hawaiian Stilts at the Kawaiʻele Waterbird Sanctuary. On a late afternoon in early December, I travel to the sanctuary to photograph the Stilts.
The birds are feeding on small fish living in the ponds. They move in small groups, pairs, or alone throughout the sanctuary.
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For more on the Hawaiian Stilt go [here].
Previously, I have published a Post about Kawaiʻele Waterbird Sanctuary. The Post is located [here].
I am fortunate to have this bird and many others near my home.
Camera Geek Tech Stuff
I captured the images with the Nikon Z9 Camera and the Z9 F2.8 Prime Lens at 400MM and 560MM, 800MM and 1120MM. I photographed hand held. The combination of camera and lens is rather heavy in terms of weight.
I use settings for ISO, aperture, and shutter speed configured manually. The implication is I am not hindered, or the beneficiary of a Program Mode established by a camera company. Program Modes are great for use on many photographic endeavors. My choice results in some poor shots. However, the result image is often exactly what I desire.
