Sandhill Crane Walking Volcanic Sand Trail in along a game trail in Canada

Sandhill Crane Walking Volcanic Sand Trail

by Carter Ruiz

Golden late afternoon light floods a rugged game trail where a sandhill crane strides across loose, dark volcanic sand. The bird’s gray plumage catches the low sun, highlighting the soft texture of its feathers against the coarse, black grains. A stiff side wind pushes the crane’s long neck forward, bending its legs slightly for balance as it leaves a trail of deep, distinct footprints trailing behind. The ground ripples with small ridges formed by the wind, against the smooth, pale sky above. Dust rises faintly around the bird’s feet, settling quickly in the dry air. at the edge is the sharp shadow of the crane’s beak stretching long across the black gravel.

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Camera Fujifilm X-T2*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Fujifilm X-T2 photos, grab one online.
Focal Length 23mm
Aperture f/1.4
Shutter Speed 1/1000
ISO 6400
Film camera-default color science
Location along a game trail in Canada
Date 2019-09-09
Credit VEETER
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