Male Red-winged Blackbird

Red-winged Blackbird Male

He has some females in his harem.  The nests are along the edge of the pond.  He is aggressive, flying close to my head.  I try to ignore him and do not search for the nests.  I stay on the trail.  I am using my Sigma 50 - 500 mm zoom lens.  It gives a comfortable, for the bird and me, working distance.  I can get frame filling shots without getting too close.

Red-winged Blackbird Male

I sometimes use the mono pod or I hand hold the camera.  It depends on whether I have enough time to set up.  

Red-winged Blackbird Male

Red-winged Blackbird Male

Red-winged Blackbird Male

I try to be careful.  I have read about these birds attacking humans at this time of year.

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