Oriole and Apple Blossoms, by Claudio Bacinello

This photograph was taken in my backyard where we have several apple and pear trees. In late spring orioles come around to feed on the nectar that the blossoms provide and I was fortunate to capture this one among the branches.

Nikon D4 with 200-400mm + 1.7x Teleconverter | Exposure f/6.7 @ 1/2000sec | Focal Length 400mm | ISO 2000
Oriole and Apple Blossoms, by Claudio Bacinello

Award Winner: Photo of the Day | June 23
Award Score: 66 (Value 12, Clarity 12, Composition 18, Style 12, Skill 12)
Photo of the Day Award Category: Wildlife Photography
Photograph Location: Thornhill, Ontario | Canada

Photographer: Claudio Bacinello (Thornhill, Canada) Registered
Born in Italy, Claudio now lives in Thornhill, Canada where he exercises his passion for photography. Over a career spanning three decades Claudio has delved into a number of photographic disciplines including: weddings, portraits, product, corporate and stock. His current focus is on travel, wildlife, nature and adding to his extensive stock library. He continues to travel the world in search of subjects and stories with a particular affection for Africa and South America. His work has been published globally and, in addition, is available as fine art images for private and corporate décor.

Website: http://photographicvisions.ca/
Gallery: http://claudio-bacinello.artistwebsites.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Photographic-Visions/