Goshawks with the Nikon Z9

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Goshawks with the Nikon Z9

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Жыл бұрын

Part 4 of my Scottish Winter Adventure and this one is special. My favourite all time bird of prey is the mighty Northern Goshawk (Accipiter Gentilis), and in this episode I get up close and personal with not one, not two but three of these amazing Raptors!!!!! Just awesome.
All this was made possible by Chris Reid at / speyside_snaps and I have to thank him for making this possible.
So sit back, relax and enjoy this very special episode.............
Kit Used:
Nikon Z9
Nikon 500mm f4G VR
Nikon Z70-200mm 2.8
Nikon FTZ adapter
DJI Pocket 2
DJI Microphone
GoPro Hero 11 Black edition
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@markjackson3851 26 күн бұрын

Stunning bird.....great to see such clear and close range footage and stills.......lovely !

@danwillis_photography 24 күн бұрын

Thanks Mark, it really was an amazing experience to be in such close proximity to a beast of a raptor 🤩

@TrevorBevan-c2n 20 күн бұрын

Great images, very enjoyable video!!

@danwillis_photography 19 күн бұрын

Thanks very much Trevor, I really appreciate it mate 👍🏻

@themarksmanABP 3 ай бұрын

Outstanding images and an awesome unique predator

@danwillis_photography 3 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, it certainly is an incredible raptor 👍🏻

@anneniven2445 Жыл бұрын

This made me laugh Dan. I had a 2minute ripping of the pigeon out of the clamps but I had only had myself to blame! Great vid.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, definitely underestimated the power of these Raptors 😱

@owenparker4120 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely superb mate 👏👍👍

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Owen, all the best 👍🏻

@capturingnaturewithsandip 3 ай бұрын

Amazing so lovely video

@danwillis_photography 3 ай бұрын

Thanks very much I really appreciate it 👍🏻

@k.w.lwildlifephotography9091 Жыл бұрын

What i like about your videos is less about the gear and more about the subject.well done

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thank you I appreciate that 👍🏻

@goshawkrus3745 2 ай бұрын

Very nice work ❤❤❤

@danwillis_photography 2 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, I appreciate it 👍🏻

@thomasmanson1119 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful shots, just beautiful! Thanks for sharing. Tom KC3QAC

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Tom, really appreciate it 👍🏻

@sidensvans67 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous birds . Thank you for sharing .

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much and I completely agree with you they are fabulous 👍🏻

@sidensvans67 Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography Yes indeed .

@ianaustin3942 5 ай бұрын

Hi Dan, I've just found your channel and love the passion, enthusiasm and excitement shown in the vlogs. The Goshawk is on my wishlist and hope to tick the box fairly soon but, prior to that, I'm off to Mull next month and will use the tips from your vlogs about your hunt for otters. Keep up the great work.

@danwillis_photography 5 ай бұрын

Thanks very much Ian and thanks for following the channel I really appreciate the support. Goshawks have got to be my all time favourite raptor to photograph they are just awesome! Hope you have a fantastic trip to Mull, I’m sure you will it’s a wonderful island. All the best 👍🏻

@deanseldon5640 Жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dean 👍🏻

@WildlifeClips365 Жыл бұрын

Very nice work dan. 👍

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, appreciate it 👍🏻

@davelangley2965 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant once again Dan. Just for the life of me can't get over the sheer quality of those shots, and your singing the praises of other's while being modest about your own work and I'm not sure why! I love the work of Trond Westby and Morten Hilmer, but in my book your up there with them without a doubt. Great work. Stick to the one z9 though Dan, or with that divorce the cost of that second one might get a bit to expensive lol. Can't wait to see your unicorn shots, their going to be awesome haha. Best to pops as always.👍

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Dave your comment has definitely put a huge smile on my face thank you so much I really appreciate it 👍🏻

@mk_wildlifephotography Жыл бұрын

Wow. Another cracking video and so me stunning shots. Looking forward to the next one

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Marie, I appreciate it 👍🏻

@Rob.1340 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic. Cheers Dan. All the best. 👍📷😎

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Cheers Rob, appreciate your support mate 👍🏻

@gerarddrent Жыл бұрын

Again amazing shots. Thanks for your video.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Many thanks, I appreciate it 👍🏻

@relichunter7984 Жыл бұрын

Another great video Dan, stunning bird of prey. Great to see the side by side image.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much mate I appreciate the feedback and support 👍🏻

@chrishinckley8507 Жыл бұрын

Great images of three amazing creatures, Well done!

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, appreciate your response 👍🏻

@joncothranphotography9375 7 ай бұрын

So wonderful Dan! Thanks!

@danwillis_photography 7 ай бұрын

Thanks very much Jon, really appreciate your ongoing support 👍🏻

@andywhiteside16 Жыл бұрын

Oh my word what amazing video and outstanding shots fantastic work Dan

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy, appreciate your comment and support 👍🏻

@Trish12303 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous images!! Thanks for sharing!

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Trish, appreciate it 😊

@alanwright2950 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful bird superb video and pictures Dan

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan, appreciate it 👍🏻

@marcobridsphotograhpy Жыл бұрын

Hello Dan, thank you very munch for you very nice video. I am learning with my Nikon Z9 and I have my local park also a couple of Goshawks there are very beautiful to watch. Regards from Marco

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Marco and all the best in regards to learning the Z9 it’s a fantastic camera 👍🏻

@marcobridsphotograhpy Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography Thank you.

@ianwilsonwildlifephotography Жыл бұрын

Another cracking video Dan. Might just have to try and book a session when I’m up there in September.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Cheers Ian appreciate it 👍🏻

@ianwilsonwildlifephotography Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography Dan, following your Goshawk video I contacted Chris direct about doing a session there but just wanted to ask you something about the reply he gave me. Can I DM you in any way. Thanks 😃

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

@@ianwilsonwildlifephotography yeah no worries Ian, find me on Facebook or Instagram and DM me there 👍🏻

@ianwilsonwildlifephotography Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography thanks Dan just messaged you. 👍

@chrispitman1169 Жыл бұрын

Stunning just stunning

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much I appreciate it 👍🏻

@nikonid80 Жыл бұрын

Another cracking video Dan, I really enjoyed it and looking forward to the next one 🙂

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much I appreciate it 👍🏻

@johnhjic2 Жыл бұрын

Lovely images, great work.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much John 👍🏻

@Capcity44 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing adventure. The photos/video was worth the early start! Great work

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment and support I appreciate it 👍🏻

@la_mitchell Жыл бұрын

Great video Dan what an amazing day you had congratulations 👏🏻

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thank you Leigh-Ann I appreciate that 😊

@derekflynnsnr Жыл бұрын

Fabulous video Dan, cracking shots too, green with envy 😢

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Many thanks mate, I really appreciate it 👍🏻

@laurencearnold5822 Жыл бұрын

abs Absolutely superb Dan, the size difference between the 2 birds is incredible.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Laurence for your comment and support 👍🏻

@satcat Жыл бұрын

Great stuff Dan, Chris does a great job up there,I,m back up soon again ,so hope for similar Species as you had.. stay lucky ,and stay safe.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for your comment and support it’s appreciated 👍🏻

@MrDAVEcrouchy Жыл бұрын

Love it. Going on the list this one.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Cheers Dave 👍🏻

@MrDrD34TH Жыл бұрын

Wow!!! I Love it. Awesome Vid and beautiful Shots 👏

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I appreciate it 👍🏻

@MrDrD34TH Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography you're welcome and keep it up your great Work Man ✌️

@ashstubbings2603 Жыл бұрын

You have a new subscriber my friend! What amazing footage and photographs you've got there!

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment and support it’s very much appreciated Ash 👍🏻

@Glasgowurbanwildlife Жыл бұрын

Awsome video and images Dan! Goshawks are on my to do list using cameratrap soon!

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much and good luck with the camera trap 👍🏻

@derekclark4762 Жыл бұрын

You lucky fella, some marvelous shots and footage of such an elusive raptor, what a top spot, you were obviously in your element. Been fortunate working in the Kielder Forest area for many years have had several sightings, especially courtship displays, well done brill video as usual 👏

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Kielder Forest is somewhere I’ve been wanting to visit for quite some time and you’ve definitely peaked my interest. Thanks for your comment I appreciate it 👍🏻

@nickclaytonphotography Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic vlog Dan. The Goshawk - WHAT a bird! Great to see you got some great images & footage & the joy is obvious in your face, words & emotions. Lovely work mate, & some great advice re lens/focal length suggestions too. My 400 F4 on a full frame sounds ideal, & I also have a Sigma 60-600 Sports lens for some different compositions & an option to switch orientation to portrait. Cheers for the heads up, looks amazing & well pleased for you mate. All the best to you & pops 👍 Keep on keeping on! Best, Nick

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick I really appreciate your support and positive feedback. I definitely think that zooms are so much more flexible in these situations and the range of your Sigma sounds awesome. All the best mate 👍🏻

@colintraveller Жыл бұрын

Here's a challenge for you ...... try n bag the ultra elusive and extremely rare .. Wildcat . On another note .. remember back in the 80's on the news about the Exmoor Beast ....and the poor footage/images of it ..that was shown . Has anyone ever made a concise effort to capture on camera if there possible offspring roaming the area ? .

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Now that is a challenge Colin! I struggle to believe that with all the people putting out camera traps and trail cameras and not capturing anything resembling panthers wether there’s much truth in the Exmoor Beast but you never know 🤷🏻‍♂️

@leemanton3169 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this vlog Dan, the Goshawk is a truly magnificent bird of prey as are most of them. I would love to have the opportunity to photograph one at some point.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Lee for your comment and support 👍🏻

@craigmaisfield3247 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig 👍🏻

@photographic_nomad Жыл бұрын

Well done mate....I dont need to get to the end of the Vlog epic mate 🙂

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Cheers mate, a big thanks to you for initially putting me in touch with Chris 👍🏻

@photographic_nomad Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography Not a problem, so happy that you got to experience it.

@bighighlandphotography1702 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely breath taking footage Dan!! I've never seen such clear and smooth footage of a bird of prey as that. What a beautiful bird of prey the Goshawk is too - never seen one in the wild but I might need to visit Chris down the road from me soon after watching that! You well and truly nailed it...oh, and ofcourse I've subscribed! Really looking forward to watching more of your content. 👍🏻👍🏻

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your comment and sub it’s very much appreciated 👍🏻

@GeoffCooper Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video and images! That's a species I would love to photograph one day - definitely making a note of Chris's details... Totally get what you said about the ideal focal distance - so many times in hides I wish I still had a 300mm!

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Geoff I really appreciate your comment, drop me an email on dannwillis79@gmail.com if you get chance 👍🏻

@ianjackson9706 Жыл бұрын

brill mate

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian 👍🏻

@AndrewBoothakb 8 ай бұрын

Hi Dan did you stay in accommodation and if so was it close to were you were for the goshawk hide ?

@danwillis_photography 8 ай бұрын

Hi Andrew, I stayed in Aviemore and drove to the hide as I was photographing multiple species over the course of a week. Unfortunately Chris no longer has the Goshawk hide but he is developing a new hide which looks very promising 👍🏻

@Warman_12 19 күн бұрын

Eagle owls eat everything in their area also bud

@danwillis_photography 19 күн бұрын

I believe they are like that mate 👍🏻

@malcolmnicholson864 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching your video once again, my only niggle is the light from the trees behind.The 400mm 4.5 lens is a really good lens by the sound of things it might be a worthy addition to your kit and it works really well with both tele converters.Just a suggestion I don't want to be the cause of your divorce.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 you might just have got me set on the 400mm. Thanks for the comment Malcolm and I completely agree with you on the light tree in the background 👍🏻

@robertlawrence7958 Жыл бұрын

Magnificent birds, both the goshawk and the sparrowhawk. Certainly a hell of an experience for admirers of these fantastic predators. Great video footage and images. I would say however that the background to that perch is very distracting with both vertical and horizontal bands presumably caused by pale coloured oof tree trunks/ branches? One observation I would make is that a lot of wildlife photography content on KZfaq these days appears to be taken at these commercial set ups and whilst the images obtained from these can be, and often are, superb I sometimes get the impression that successful photography is coming down to simply having plenty of money to buy success.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment Robert. I must admit that the background is a little distracting and you are absolutely right it comes from the bark on the trees behind. As for the hide, this is not a commercial hide and money won’t get someone the chance to get in there. Chris has worked tirelessly on this place and trust with people is what gets you the opportunities. I certainly do not have plenty of money and so combine my own tracking and fieldcraft with some time in hides as well.

@paulbillington-il7zw Жыл бұрын

Dan, whats the full address of the Goshawk hide please.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Sorry Paul it’s not a commercial hide and I can’t give the address. Feel free to contact Chris though on the instagram address I’ve put in the account 👍🏻

@paulbillington-il7zw Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan.

@raypurkissukwildlifeandlan5361 Жыл бұрын

Great vlog mate and such a fantastic bird 👍 Does Chris take bookings for his hide and if so how do I get in touch Cheers Dan and keep up the good work 👏

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for your response. This is a non commercial hide so I would suggest getting in touch with Chris and take it from there 👍🏻

@raypurkissukwildlifeandlan5361 Жыл бұрын

@@danwillis_photography Ok mate. Cheers for that 👍

@stephenedmunds207 3 ай бұрын

The posts in the background reveal how unnatural the whole set up is and spoils the images for me , not comfortable with baited hides and pigeons nailed to posts to be honest but its a beautiful bird and i would love to photograph it in the wild

@danwillis_photography 3 ай бұрын

Fair points, the posts you refer to are actually trees that have caught what little light was in the clearing in this forest that the hide was situated in.

@refuztosay9454 Жыл бұрын

Do the pigeons cry when the hawk eats them? It looks painful.

@danwillis_photography Жыл бұрын

In most instances the pigeon is deceased before the hawk begins its meal. They kill with their talons and incredibly strong crushing power of their feet. Often the pigeons are killed in flight prior to the Goshawk perching and beginning its meal.