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As we march toward the end of another year, I’ve been reflecting on some of the images I took over the last 12 months. This is one of the images that stood out to me for a couple of reasons.
Firstly, it features a vulnerable species I’ve worked on for many years. Over the last decade, the Iberian Lynx has recovered from a critically endangered status to a population of over two thousand individuals. I remember the times when I had to scour the mountains and sweep the lowlands, on foot and with a 4x4, searching for them. Now, one can photograph this beautiful feline from the comfort of a hide.
Secondly, it’s a testament to how technology has enabled us to capture images in challenging conditions. Mirrorless cameras, with their incredible eye-tracking focus and low-light capabilities, have made light work in most situations. This particular shot was taken late in the day at ISO 10,000. Thanks to noise-reduction software, the image is clean as a whistle. The autofocus had no problem tracking and kept the eyes in perfect focus.
How far we’ve come - both technologically and in conservation.
Firstly, it features a vulnerable species I’ve worked on for many years. Over the last decade, the Iberian Lynx has recovered from a critically endangered status to a population of over two thousand individuals. I remember the times when I had to scour the mountains and sweep the lowlands, on foot and with a 4x4, searching for them. Now, one can photograph this beautiful feline from the comfort of a hide.
Secondly, it’s a testament to how technology has enabled us to capture images in challenging conditions. Mirrorless cameras, with their incredible eye-tracking focus and low-light capabilities, have made light work in most situations. This particular shot was taken late in the day at ISO 10,000. Thanks to noise-reduction software, the image is clean as a whistle. The autofocus had no problem tracking and kept the eyes in perfect focus.
How far we’ve come - both technologically and in conservation.
