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Drones and Bird Photography: Why It's Just Not Worth It
October 01, 2019 — You're not going to get the shot you want without putting birds at risk.
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To Photograph Nesting Puffins, Belly Crawl
June 15, 2018 — Getting up close to these birds can be thrilling, but you've got to be careful.
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When It's Okay (or Not) to Feed Birds
May 24, 2018 — Providing food—for photography or simple enjoyment—can be a thorny issue. For guidance, ask yourself these three questions.
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How (and How Not) to Photograph a Golden Eagle
February 09, 2018 — Goldens make for gorgeous subjects—if you follow these ethical guidelines.
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Five Rules for Photographing Bald Eagle Nests
February 02, 2018 — Everyone wants that shot of a Baldie with eaglets. Here’s how to get one without disturbing the birds.
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How I Learned to Safely Photograph Beach-Nesting Birds
July 28, 2017 — Nesting shorebirds like Piping Plovers and Least Terns are sensitive and skittish. Here’s how to take better photos while respecting their space.
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Why Baiting Owls Is Not the Same as Feeding Backyard Birds
May 11, 2017 — Some people question the difference between the two. There is a distinction—and the lives of birds depend on it.
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Can’t Photographers and Birders Just Get Along?
March 02, 2017 — The rivalry needs to stop—for the good of the birds.
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Why Closer Is Not Always Better When Photographing Birds
February 03, 2017 — The impulse to shoot your subject at close range can be powerful, but there are several reasons why that's not best for the animal—or the image.
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Is Flash Photography Safe for Owls?
January 04, 2017 — Their big, round eyes make them alluring subjects, but impairing an owl's vision, even briefly, might have negative consequences.
