The Terns of Bolsa Chica Wetlands - Huntington Beach, CA

Took the family down to the Bolsa Chica Wetlands in Huntington Beach and walked one of the trails there. Got a few decent Tern shots.

Nikon D40, 300mm f/4 AF-S with 1.4xTC (420mm f/5.6), ISO 400. #1 and #3 shot in Aperture Priority - f/5.6. #2 shot in shutter priority - 1/1000.

Tern in protected nesting area. Shot through opening in chain link fence.


Tern spreads it's wings in flight


Tern at favorite pooping spot (this guy actually did poop after I snapped a few shots of him)