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Alpine choughs in flight at Mount Pilatus

Two alpine choughs in flight in front of the steep rock face of Mount Pilatus. The light highlights the dark plumage of the birds and the textures of the mountain.
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Two alpine choughs flying in front of the rocky massif of Mount Pilatus
Two alpine choughs flying in front of the rocky massif of Mount Pilatus
Technical details
Date taken
April 6, 2026
Resolution
6'000 × 4'000 px (24 MP)
Shutter speed
1/1000 s
Aperture
f/6.3
ISO
100
Focal length
135 mm
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How this image was taken

To freeze fast movements like those of alpine choughs, a short shutter speed of 1/1000 s is crucial, while the combination of aperture f/6.3 and ISO 100 ensures a clear image under sufficient lighting conditions.

  • Use a short shutter speed to capture the birds' movement in sharp detail.
  • Choose a longer focal length to bridge the distance to the subject and maintain a clean background.
  • Pay attention to the light that highlights the textures of the plumage.

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