Splash and Clash, The Battle of the Grebes by Walter Rojter
GROUP A - SCORE 87.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 84 | Nancy Ney 91
Fujifilm X-H2S - Fuji 100-400mm @ 400mm - f/5.6 - Shutter 1/2500 - ISO 6400 - Exposure Compensation - 2/3
Edited with On1 Photo Raw, Nik and Topaz.
About the Grebes:
These are not ducks, they are Pied-billed Grebes.
Grebes are commonly found in freshwater ponds, marshes, and lakes, where they are territorial and can be aggressive when defending their space.
Key Identifying Features:
- Small, stocky body with a compact build.
- Short, thick bill, often with a dark band (hence the name "pied-billed").
- Brownish plumage with a slightly lighter throat and chest.
- Excellent divers, often seen splashing or disappearing underwater to catch food.
