Coqui Francolin at Sunrise

I took this picture on an early morning drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. I thought the light complimented the plumage of the bird. These birds do not fly very often and are usually seen in pairs, foraging on the ground.

Nikon D700, Sigma 150-500mm OS at 500mm, F6.3, 1/400s, ISO 1600, handheld

Date: 07/04/2012

Location: Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Photographer: Arnaud Germain

Coqui Francolin at Sunrise

I took this picture on an early morning drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. I thought the light complimented the plumage of the bird. These birds do not fly very often and are usually seen in pairs, foraging on the ground.

Nikon D700, Sigma 150-500mm OS at 500mm, F6.3, 1/400s, ISO 1600, handheld

Date: 07/04/2012

Location: Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Photographer: Arnaud Germain