Spotted Sandpiper in the Targhee National ForestSpotted Sandpiper in the Targhee National Forest – Nikon D810, f8, 1/1250, ISO 400, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light

These Spotted Sandpiper images are from my last trip to Idaho and were taken near a creek in the Targhee National Forest. It was a bright evening and the sandpiper was standing on the rock bouncing its bottom up and down like they always seem to be doing.

Spotted Sandpiper in take off positionSpotted Sandpiper in take off position – Nikon D810, f8, 1/800, ISO 400, -1 EV, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light

After a bit the Spotted Sandpiper flew out into the creek and landed on a rock surrounded by cool, rushing water. This image was taken just before the sandpiper flew off for parts unknown. After looking at the map I believe this was Disaster Creek and now I am wondering how it got that name.

Life is good.

Mia

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