Almost every time I re-buy something I'm sure I already have, I usually find the 1st one shortly after.

Thanks Ron. While a blurry background frequently highlights the subject, to me, in this shot, it greatly enhances it

Me also, my favorite. Any idea of the F-stop to get more than usual in focus?

All are excellent shots, but I really love #2 as a unique perspective, capturing an almost entire view of the bird, in a natural background, and somewhat different pose.

I so love that shot. Possibly biased, since I have an aluminum canoe. I've been in some "somewhat similar" parts of Florida like that. Great picture.

I also have the GoPro 10 Black, & used it the last few yrs. (Never then having a DSLR) Living in S. FL., I like it for snorkeling near here & in the Keys. It's rated waterproof, deeper than I snorkel, but another gentleman on a dive trip convinced me to get the dive case for extra protection. I only change anything from photo to video, and can easily do that bobbing on top. I now have a Nikon D3300 with a "normal" and zoom lens, & like learning that, but that one won't be going near the water.

Clarified butter is also called Ghee, which is sold in many supermarkets. It's still butter, and has a higher smoke point, useful if cooking with it.

Thanks, sometimes I just get "lucky." I took this over 10 yrs ago, probably with an I-phone 5+, and although likely not "technically" good, I love it, because I have driven by there and fished near there for several decades. This is still my desktop background on my computer. I don't think it was much skill, just the right time and place.

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Thanks for the good info. Gators generally won't bother you unless you jump on or fall on top of one. I've fished in boats surrounded by them; they only attacked bobbers. This newbie (to a DSLR, not this forum) appreciates all comments and info.

Thanks. Ok, maybe in 2nd of 3rd grade of photo school.

That was shot with the 18-55mm lens (at 55mm). I still haven't practiced enough to get a decent shot with the 80-200 Manual lens. (Which a few months ago, didn't know existed.) This shot is aprox. the same scene taken at 18mm. On auto, handheld out the window of my van.

I'll seriously consider that. I live in Sunrise Fl., near Ft. Lauderdale.

Thanks. I still wonder what lens will fit on my cam, or what won't. I don't need a zoom less that 55mm, or so, but still debating 200 or 300mm max. I know I'll want the 300 "sometimes." Do any lens other than a Nikon have VR?

I've been reading here for yrs. but recently got my first DSLR, Nikon D3300 (used) that came with the Nik. DX-VR 18-55mm- 3.5-5.6GII lens, and an Albinar 80-200 lens. I'm still a rank beginner. My 1st few shots with the 18-55 were "ok" when I but the Albinar on, I kept getting the "no lens attached" msg. After much research I discovered this was NOT an automatic lens, (no electronic contact points) and could only be used on full manual. I never considered there were such things. I'd like to get a zoom 50-70 (or close) to 200 or preferably 300mm, for the Least cost possible, without sacrificing "much" quality. Nikon has a 55-300, and 70-300 VR lens I've seen. I can only afford a used one. I'd like suggestions for the best for a somewhat inexpensive price. I'd like suggestions on what may be the best for me. I am still a rank amateur, know the basic ideas, but still have much to learn. These shots were my first time out in Big Cypress Fl., all shot on auto.

Green Key and Wakodohatchee wetlands are 2 great places to see birds and wildlife in Palm Beach County. google them, not positive of spelling. Two places, fairly near each other.