Colorful Bee Eaters in Lower Austria
The part of Lower Austria that Stefan and I visit now every year is a very good spot for some bird watching and bird photography. Not only the birds of prey but also smaller birds are numerous there. Another Highlight is the bee eaters colony there. These colorful birds can only be found on special places here in Austria and I am always happy when I see them. They are very colorful and often come in flocks. If you know a spot where these birds are breeding it is easier to get some nice pictures of them since they often hunt nearby and the trees and other elevated spots like the wires in a vineyard are great for them to sit and hunt.
Bee Eater on a vineyard wire. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Beautiful and very colorful bird. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Beautiful and very colorful bird. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Nice to see them in their natural environment. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
They rest before they take of again for some insect hunting. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Colorful bee eater. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Colorful bee eater. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Colorful bee eater. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
Colorful bee eater. Picture: Florian Glechner.
| Camera used | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|
| Lens used | Nikor 180-600 mm lens |
| Filter used | none |
| Exposure Time | 1/2000 Seconds |
| Aperture used | F6.3 |
| Focal Length | 600 mm |
| Time | 01:39 pm |
| ISO | 100 |
I would not have expected them to be in Austria, i thought they were located in Afrika.
They are in Austria and other parts of Europe during Summer, in winter they are in Afrika.
This is amazing! No wonder these birds are considered one of the most beautiful. You've managed to convey all the beauty.
Thank you, yes their colors are great.
Florian, these photos are absolutely breathtaking.... I love that you and Stefan make this a yearly tradition; there’s something so grounding about returning to the same quiet spot and noticing the little changes
Thanks, yes and since the weather conditions and other conditions are different every time, there ist a chance to See different birds in their Migration flight through Austria
That’s one of the coolest things about bird migration.... Every time brings a new mix depending on the weather and season. Austria’s like a flyway surprise each time. 🐦✨
Florian, I'm afraid I might need your assistance....i really need it
Dropped you message on discord
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