Canadian Geographic Photo Club - The Sentinel of the Shadows
  

The Sentinel of the Shadows

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Michael McRae
by Michael McRae from Edmonton CA on 09 May 2026
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Captured in the quiet stillness of dawn, this Song Sparrow stands as a silent guardian against a moody, deep-blue backdrop. The soft, directional light catching its plumage creates a dramatic contrast, highlighting the intricate patterns and resilient spirit of Alberta’s avian life. A moment of solitude and sharp detail in the heart of the Canadian wild.

  • Camera: Canon EOS RP
  • Focal: 546 mm
  • Shutter speed: 0.000625 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 6.3
tagged: song sparrow wildlife canada alberta bird photography songbird nature native species avian art animal finch anthus black twig beak

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