
Tips and How-Tos
Guidelines, tricks from the pros, and more
From tools to techniques, here’s what you need to know to get started doing bird photography—or to up your game.

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Use a Remote Trigger to Get Your Camera Closer to Birds
Even the best blind won’t help you capture certain shots—but that doesn’t mean you have to give up.
The Basics of Bird Photography

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How to Compose the Perfect Bird Photo

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How to Use Lighting and Angles to Take Better Bird Photos

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How to Get the Right Exposure for Photographing Birds

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How to Choose Your Equipment
Go Beyond the Basics

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How to Master Migrant Warbler Photography
Warblers aren't the most cooperative subjects, but they are one of the most beautiful and addictive. Follow this advice to best capture the elusive birds.

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Get Started With Camera Traps to Nab Unusual Bird Photos
Change your viewpoint with technology that snaps the shutter for you.

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How to Capture the Splash Effect at Your Bird Bath or Fountain
Freeze water droplets in mid-air to create dramatic bird photography.

Gear
Want to Shoot Intimate Bird Portraits? Try a Portable Blind
Disappear in plain sight with one of these four types of camouflaged hides.

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Six Tips for Photographing Birds from Boats
For stunning shots of alcids and other ocean-loving species, get in their element.

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How to Take Sharp and Vibrant Photographs of Ducks in Flight
Capturing in-flight images of speeding ducks is challenging and rewarding. Follow these tips to land those shots.
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Flirting Ducks Make for Fun Photos
January 11, 2018 — Want to get an entertaining shot? Try capturing these courtship displays.

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Five Hotspots for Photographing Bald Eagles
January 05, 2018 — The pros tell us about their favorite places to shoot Baldies.

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The Dos and Don’ts of Editing Bird Photos
November 27, 2017 — End up with the best image possible—without compromising its integrity.

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Four Quick Tips for Photographing Flocks of Ducks
November 03, 2017 — Rafting ducks provide a great opportunity to capture compelling images and group dynamics. Here's how to seize the moment.

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How to Take the Best Duck Photos
October 20, 2017 — Some simple tips for capturing compelling images of these special birds.

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How to Shoot (Good) Bird Videos with Your Camera
August 17, 2017 — Do you want to capture a bird's every dip and call? Learn to break in the video mode on your digital camera.

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Seven of the Best Spots for Photographing Migrant Shorebirds in the U.S.
July 20, 2017 — As Arctic-breeding birds begin making their way south in late summer, some stopover sites provide better photo opportunities than others.

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How to Read the Tides for Shorebird Photography
July 12, 2017 — Understanding how birds behave at different tidal times is key to capturing a truly great image—or even seeing them at all.

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Follow These Pro Tips for Photographing Shorebirds
May 26, 2017 — Lisa Franceski has spent eight years shadowing shorebird families at her local beach. Here, she offers her advice for catching intimate shots.

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How to Take Exquisite Hummingbird Photos
May 04, 2017 — Hummingbirds are excellent subjects for simple or high-tech techniques. Follow these pro tips for capturing the speedy birds in flight and at rest.