Bald-faced Hornet Nest by Missed Opportunities

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02-Aug-2021	Donald E. Casavecchia

Bald-faced Hornet Nest

Boyce, Virginia

While birding at Blandy Farm this morning, came very close to walking into this nest. This was as close as I felt safe.
See 'previous' for the UnCropped full shot of the nest.

Nikon Z 6II ,NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S with TC 2X
1/320s f/14.0 at 315mm iso5600
Free Crop of DX Image ReSized for Internet Viewing full exif

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danad		03-Aug-2021 08:18
A stunning capture ! V.

Pierre Martin		03-Aug-2021 01:09
not a good idea, like covid stay away and more then 6 feet, great find and picture!

hayl		03-Aug-2021 00:33
It’s an amazing structure.

Hank Vander Velde		03-Aug-2021 00:07
Don't want to get too close to these Don. Good that you lived to take this shot LOL.

Allan Jay		02-Aug-2021 20:44
Ouch baby, that could of turned out differently for a peaceful bird watch!

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