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Panasonic Lumix GH5 — a “birder on-tour” review

December 22, 2017 by Colin Barton 1 Comment

Spotted Flycatcher, Shetland

By sheer coincidence, while we had the Panasonic Lumix GH5 camera body and Leica DG 100-400mm telephoto zoom lens on loan for review, one of our review team was heading to Shetland for his annual autumn migration "pilgrimage". We asked if he'd like to take the camera along and give us his thoughts from a travelling birder's perspective... here's how he got on. Read our … [Read more...] about Panasonic Lumix GH5 — a “birder on-tour” review

Panasonic Lumix GH5 & Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm

December 22, 2017 by Calvin Jones 3 Comments

Panasonic Lumix GH5 for Wildlife Photography

Pros: Professional build quality and comprehensive feature set, incredibly compact and light for an 800mm 35mm equivalent focal length setup, fast accurate autofocus, superb image stabilisation in the body and the lens made hand-holding at long focal lengths possible. Did I mention it was compact and light.Cons: Autofocus sometimes struggled to isolate small subjects (i.e. … [Read more...] about Panasonic Lumix GH5 & Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm

Competition time: win tickets to the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition

June 11, 2014 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

It's competition time again here at Ireland's Wildlife... and this time we're giving you the chance to win two tickets to the fabulous Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition that's coming to Dublin for the first time ever this year.For your chance to win two free tickets to this fabulous wildlife photography exhibition simply:Like Ireland's Wildlife on … [Read more...] about Competition time: win tickets to the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition

Raven under the cosh from belligerent hoodies

April 15, 2014 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

Hooded crows are a pretty cranky bunch at this time of year, and don't seem to tolerate much in the way of intrusion on their "patch" by anything remotely perceived as threatening.Raptors and other corvids are given short shrift as the hoodies work in tandem to see them off. This pair, down at The Warren in Rosscarbery, (where our Discover Wildlife Weekend is based in May) … [Read more...] about Raven under the cosh from belligerent hoodies

Awesome peregrine falcon photograph

May 8, 2013 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

Peregrine Falcon by Neil O'Reilly via Flickr

Check out this AMAZING Peregrine Falcon photograph posted to the Ireland's Wildlife group on Flickr by Neil O'Reilly. A more than worthy shot to kick off our regular Wednesday "Wildlife Photograph of the Week" slot.Photograph  All rights reserved by Neil O'ReillyIf you'd like to see one of your photographs featured in our "Photo of the Week" slot simply add your … [Read more...] about Awesome peregrine falcon photograph

Wildlife Photographer of the Year results announced

October 21, 2012 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

Bubble Jetting Emperors by Paul Nicklen -- overall winner in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition 2012

The results of the prestigious Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition were announced during the week. First prize went to Canadian photographer Paul Nicklen who braved the frigid waters of Antarctica and hunting leopard seals to capture this sensational shot of Emperor Penguins returning to the ice to feed their chicks."Bubble Jetting Emperors" … [Read more...] about Wildlife Photographer of the Year results announced

Winners of British Wildlife Photography Awards announced

September 11, 2012 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

“Gannet Jacuzzi” by British Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2012, Dr Matt Doggett

“Gannet Jacuzzi” -- Overall winner of the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2012As we wait with bated breath for the results of the “Irish Wildlife Photography Award 2012”, run by the Irish Wildlilfe Trust, results of the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2012 were announced yesterday, complete with a stunning  portfolio of images from the winning and highly commended … [Read more...] about Winners of British Wildlife Photography Awards announced

A stroll along the strand

September 3, 2012 by Calvin Jones 1 Comment

Sanderling, Long Strand

An evening walk on the beach is one of the real high points of Autumn. In this part of West Cork we're spoilt for choice with some stunning beaches within striking distance of the house... but more often than not we pick Long Strand at Castlefreke near Clonakilty for an evening stroll along the strand.You never know what you might see: birds, seals, dolphins, porpoises... … [Read more...] about A stroll along the strand

West Cork fin whales as they should be seen

August 17, 2012 by Calvin Jones 1 Comment

Fin whale surfacing off the West Cork coast

 After the traumatic events and harrowing images of the  last few days I thought I'd post a few photographs of  healthy fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) off the West Cork coast. This is how they look at their best:  … [Read more...] about West Cork fin whales as they should be seen

A Year in Cuskinny Marsh, 2012 Calendar Launch

September 12, 2011 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

Rónán McLaughlin is a keen birder, photographer, wildlife enthusiast and regular contributor to the Ireland’s Wildlife community on Facebook. Originally from Donegal, but now based in Cobh, Co. Cork, Rónán is launching a calendar the end of this week documenting a year in the life of the nearby Cuskinny Marsh nature reserve. The launch will take place at the Sirius Arts Centre … [Read more...] about A Year in Cuskinny Marsh, 2012 Calendar Launch

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