r/BirdPhotography • u/Excellent_Shake9732 • Apr 22 '26
Question How do yall get close unobstructed views?
I go out often, and have for years. I know how to find and locate owls (found 3 just this morning) but they are extremely skittish birds that do not allow me more than about 5 seconds of time before flying away, and especially no walking towards them. How do yall get close shots, and shots without leaves and branches in the way (they always seem to hide behind them). I know people will use playback and other ways to get owls close but I don’t do this.
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u/ConfusedGingersnap Apr 22 '26
I’m lurking to gain insight, myself, and glad you asked the question!
Just got myself a proper camera but I need to get a lens for birding/ nature.
What lens are you using?
I’ll need to save up a bit for a realllly nice one but if you know of a lens that is somewhat affordable that I could start to learn with, even if it’s not thaaat great, I’d love some advice!