It’s a good idea for ANY CREATURE …. To run away when Gavin squats

@DavePopephoto

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😂😂😂

One thing that I can share is to avoid crouching down in front of a predator. As you found, it doesn't work well. More important, don't crouch down and turn your back on them. A bobcat isn't going to attack you unless it is sick, old or hurt but one shouldn't make themselves look like prey in any case. Nice photos. It does look like her right eye is not working correctly. She must be pretty old. It must have been an incredible experience.

What a beautiful bobcat. But what you didn't realize was the fact that she was actually TRYING to get you closer. Drawing you in with her deceptively docile behavior. She's thinking to herself, "Hmmm. He's already robbed me of a duck dinner and I'm pretty sure he can't out run me. He doesn't seem scared so if I let him get close enough, this'll be easy. Just a little closer...." Seriously though, she was an older cat and its harder for her to hunt now so she was waiting for an easy meal like a curious Yorkshireman...

It's a Bobcat. They are the smallest of the Lynx family. Beautiful.

@rbr6852

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I would say Bobcat. Doesn’t seem well to let you up this close though. 🤷‍♂️

@rbr6852

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Learning more about wildlife and their prey, might get you better photos. It is up to oneself how to use that. Catching mice/rodents ”Off season” storing and using as photofeeding station might help Owls, bobcats etc at the end of winter but it is a thin line. On the other hand, catching a stunning photo and further educate people to the beauty of wildlife, and KEEPING a healthy distance…

Probably was her self-preservation kicking in when you got down to her level. Yorkshire man squatting in a field, probably had a Vindaloo the previous night, the bobcat didn't want any part of that.

Those rare moments when we find ourselves in the presence of something truly wild and beautiful are priceless. Great video as always 👍

Maybe Belinda the bobcat was thinking "This guy is crazy. He keeps turning around and talking to someone that isn't there. I'm OUTTA HERE!" 😂

Poor baby is unwell. She’s a beauty

Welcome to the club, buddy! That 600 f4 would be great on that A1!

@fototripper

Жыл бұрын

Let's hope she got the hint...

That cat is unwell

It doesn't matter what she is. She is beautiful example of nature.

It must be that calming Yorkshire accent, I fell asleep about the same time as the bobcat did .😊

A lynx hips are higher than its shoulders, has a shorter tail & less noticeable spots than the bobcat. She didnt seem well, poor kitty 😿. Beautiful portrait shot, thanks for sharing!!

The picture of the bobcat was phenomenal! Terrific job on the video!

I am SO jealous! She is gorgeous!! What a special experience. 💖

I'm absolutely jealous of everyone that takes part in that workshop in fall...^^

Wildlife is addicting to photograph, such a rush to get a special shot. Reminds me of the quote from John Muir, ‘In every walk with nature one receives more than they seek’. ❤

What an awesome experience! And the straight on photo is truly epic. I have to admit, I don't think I would have had the nerve to get that close. I can't help but think that her reaction while looking at you was just her trying to figure out if it would be worth the effort of trying to get through the wrapper to the tasty morsels inside...

That show from in front of the cat left me absolutely gobsmacked... what a fantastic memory for you to share with us. Thank you for this Simon

Wild life photography is just as much of a experience as it is about photography and is so magical . legitimately some of the best times in my life was hiding in some bushes watching and capturing wildlife doing thair thing .

So beautiful. I'm a massive lover of cats too.

As you progress in your wildlife career, I can`t wait until you have the opportunity to approach a cow moose and her calf. Should be some interesting action footage!

Thomas Heaton and his arctic fox's, eat yer heart out!! That a stunning wild life photo Gavin!!

Looks like a bobcat to me and I think she has a cataract in the right eye. She may be of advanced age. Amazing encounter for sure!

@keithsandercock1412

Жыл бұрын

I had the same thought about the eye.

Thanks for sharing this one! What a great moment and such a beautiful shot.

Some people might say that you got lucky. But you’re when you’re out five days a week, year after year, you make your own luck. Nice one brother. What an experience!

Bobcats are actually the smallest of the Lynx, but I'm not sure if that is a bobcat or a different lynx. Super cool encounter! There's no way she'd let you that close if she wasn't I'll or injured in some way, cats hide pain extremely well.

@pipercan1

Жыл бұрын

Or used to being fed ...

A beautiful shot of a beautiful animal. A vivid example of chasing awe.

Wow great encounter, beautiful image. The cat that is!!!

That's definitely a bobcat. Looks like a cataract in its right eye and it's slightly favoring its left rear leg. So, an old girl with a hitch in its gitalong. A lynx is huge by comparison. Never seen one in the wild but I've seen them in zoos. You don't want to be anywhere near that close to one. Great images and an entertaining video. Canadian Lynxes are bigger than bobcats with more pronounced face and ear tufts. They are very long-legged, and the rear legs are longer than the front. Their primary prey are snowshoe hares, for which they lie in wait along hare trails and ambush rather than actively stalking.

An absolutely fantastic video! The image is stunning! Your patience and perseverance really paid off! 🎉

What an amazing shot! That animal is absolutely beautiful.

Awesome mate just awesome..............

What a wonderful encounter - hugely envious - but very happy to enjoy your experience

What a wonderful encounter. Glad you got some fantastic photos. Amanda, you are gorgeous !!!!

The pictures of the Bobcat are beautiful, you’re so lucky you got that close and share the moment

Now that was a moment! Great image with the cat looking straight down the barrel of the lens. Nailed it.

Simply stunning! Sooo jealous! Still on my bucket list!😎💛

That was a beautiful portrait and moment there Gavin!

Gavin that was really special, thank you for sharing. The adrenalin rush when you have a chance share a few minutes of peace with an amazing creature is why I love wildlife photography. I know I'm not alone in being both a landscape and wildlife photographer, they really do complement each other so well.

That was a sharp shot of that cat. She was very docile. However, you've most likely never known anyone who petted a wild Javelina, but now you do as I did it about 10-12 years ago.

All I can say is wow!! She was so pretty. And that last pic you took was fantastic. Thank you for sharing with us all

What an epic shot and encounter! Loved the feeling on this video

I'm so glad I stumbled along this guy! Your humour, sir, makes me want to watch all of your uploads. "My life" made me chuckle.

That front-facing shot was incredible!!! Fantastic job! 👏

I was really hoping this would be the video this week after you posted her photo the other day. Amazing encounter!

Nice share and great story of the Big Cat portrait in the wild!! Additionally, All you do is made even sweeter with Amanda's amazing supportive humor and support.

Great shots, brought back some special memories for me with a Bobcat encounter in Yellowstone. They truly are beautiful.

Wow that was very very nice. Congratulations on the Once in lifetime. Did you phone Simon to get the right settings?

Thank you for taking the time to video this special moment! If I had this majestic encounter, I would be buzzing so much I'd forget how to use my camera, let alone vlog the experience at the same time!

Laugh out loud at the segway in to your book 😂😂lovely image of her face

Bobcats can be neutered, just takes a very brave Vet 😀 An encounter of a lifetime, congrats!

WOW! How lucky were you!

What a wonderful encounter. An absolut beauty. Belinda is a bobcat (black banded tail). You lucky guy!

Great encounter! Love the shot 👏

wow that was an amazing shot - cant believe you got that close - those things can tear into you too

What an awesome experience, as a (hobby) wildlife photographer, I’m very jealous. Be careful, wildlife photography is addictive, and bankrupting 😂

Wow! What an amazing encounter that was! You managed a super head on photo as well, Brilliant mate!

I left Shainblum’s new video when I saw the notification for this pop up.

@fototripper

Жыл бұрын

I'll go and watch Shainblum to cover you ;)

@MichaelShainblum

Жыл бұрын

geez some of you KZread folks are brutal

@fototripper

Жыл бұрын

@@MichaelShainblum hehehe. You tell him Michael.

@DamienCulley

Жыл бұрын

@@MichaelShainblum😬 soz - lured by the promise of awe

@LeeDillion

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@@MichaelShainblum Not to worry, just watched you both! Great stuff

HOLY SH** Gavin! That has book cover written all over it, great job on that picture. I think her eye adds so much more character too. What a capture!

You have probably better photography of wild animal than many of wildlife photographers.Great work. 👍💪 Magical moment.

This video helped me see you in a new light .... as bobcat bait, definitely bobcat.

That ending though lol

Great that you were able to share a precious moment like that. She was so chilled and you nailed the eye shot! I’m sure Simin will tell you, you should have been on auto iso, 5.6 and 1/1600 in case she bolted.

Just incredible! The details in the fur is awesome! We always remember these encounters. I met a canada lynx family this winter after 3 years of research, best moment of my wildlife photography life.

Loved this. Well done.

Thank you! That was amazing!!

Very special moment to share with the old gal. The cat was nice too.

WOW, awesome photo at the end, thanks for sharing :)

Awesome footage and shots Gavin! Enjoyed this video

Wow. Amazing you came that close to a bobcat. Wonderful footage and pictures. Greets Stefan

Wow, great shot and what a beautiful creature indeed.

Loved this mate! That shot was well worth the wait 👌

What a cool experience. So glad you shared it.

How beautiful, what an experience to have. You could do landscape and wildlife photos.

What a beautiful cat. You sure got lucky and what a beautiful shot.

You only needed the ones shot, superb shot and what a experience

Your comedic timing is great, made for prime time.

I have a "panic button" on my A7RIII. When I push and hold it the camera is set to continuous shooting, ss 1/1000sec and the most open aperture available on the lens I have mounted at the moment. When released the camera is set to whatever settings I had before. Very useful when something unexpected happens and I have little time to react, like an interesting bird flying by.

@MattTalksPhotography

Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea I'll have to look into. Closest thing I've had is when I shot sports, I'd have a custom function for the field and another for the crowd lighting.

@edc641

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​@@MattTalksPhotography I usually shoot landscapes, but I also enjoy shooting wildlife. So when I'm out in the field it's so convenient having that button to quickly change settings to something more suitable for fast moving subjects. I forgot to mention that I also get continuous autofocus when pressing the button. I used to have two buttons set up for action photography, the other one with an even faster shutter speed for smaller birds. But my camera model is not great for those smaller birds in the air so I'm back to a single button with 1/1000 (or maybe a tad faster). Works great!

Beautiful lucky moment. Awesome shot

Ive found any time eyes lock for more than a second with wildlife it makes for a special moment

Such a good shot !!! Congrats Gavin!

You lucky bugger. That bobcat was a heavenly sight.

She is a beautiful cat. Good video.

Brilliant Gavin . Favourite shot is the one head on love it .

Definitely a Bobcat. Lynx are bigger. Their ear tufts are longer and their tails have only a black tip, no rings. She's at a disadvantage with the loss of vision in her right eye and she looks thin. Poor girl. Nature can be cruel. But perhaps she's coping. Thank you for this video.

I hope you have more (safe) wildlife encounters! Belinda is delightful.

A stunning capture.

Some great shots of the cat Gavin.

wow what a great vid thank you both for sharing... hugs

What a great encounter! She looked old.

@fototripper

Жыл бұрын

Perhaps ready for the old cats home in my shed?

What an awesome shot to remember this by

Wow!! So great Gavin.

What a magical moment, thank you for sharing this with us! and btw, your book is magical too!

@fototripper

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Carsten.

I know a Simon fella that's gonna be jelly! Beautiful shot! I love the pin sharp face and the out of focus body!! Striking!

Great shot!

Love that face on shot Gavin, top notch.

Gavin, this video was top class,. wildlife photography? Yes please!

Love this! I am a wildlife photographer and have been searching for big cats for years! Congrats!

Isn’t it amazing what an intense thrill it gives us to get close to wild animals? It’s amazing how that touches us.