This molting Common Loon was photographed enjoying the warm Gulf of Mexico waters off the North tip of Anna Maria Island.
Best viewed in 'original' size.
Nikon D800
,AF-S VR Nikkor 70-200mm f2.8G with TC-20 E II 1/1250s f/5.6 at 600mm iso720
DX Image Cropped 5x7" Landscape Reduced to 110 ppi for Internet Viewing
full exif