I watched a moose swim along a shoreline in the rain. Previously, I have only ever seen a moose swim across a lake. However, moose are comfortable in water and have been known to swim for twenty kilometres. This male only swam about 500 metres before coming ashore.
By the time it climbed out, the rain had nearly stopped.
It then wandered off through the brush.
Before climbing out, it stopped briefly to stare at my camera. However, a moose’s poor vision probably prevents it from understanding digital photography.
What a treat – thank you Alistair. Moose are such neat animals – among my very favourites.
I especially love the last photo. You have caught the absolute full attention of the moose! Were you holding your camera or did you have it on a tripod at that time?
Jim, it is nice to hear from you again. As to your question, the answer is neither. My camera was sitting atop a monopod — it provide me with both stability and quick flexibility.
Talk about F8 and being there.
Nicely done!