This past Tuesday I returned to Monterey to photograph California Sea Otters and was joined by a few other photographers (semi-pro and professional). The last time out in the field photographing otters we witnessed rare behavior of California Sea Otters eating birds. This time we witnessed something so rare I doubt it will ever be repeated in my lifetime. Unfortunately for me I was 1/4 of a second too late in pressing the shutter, but two other photographers captured the moment.
What was it that happened that could be so rare?
A California Sea Otter holding a video camera… the right way.
Apparently California Sea Otters like playing with various items they find floating in the water or resting on the ground beneath them. While the photo isn’t tack sharp and is an extreme crop it is definitely worth a look.
–> Check out the photo on Enrique Aguirre’s blog It’s a wild, wild world
Photographer Michael D. Kern also captured the moment, but doesn’t have it on his site yet. Even with out the photo up just yet his site is well worth checking out.
[tags]California Sea Otter, wildlife, nature, sea otter, Enhydra lutris, oddity[/tags]
Hi Jim,
that was a fun day. I can only dream of what could of happened if we had had just a few seconds more to get a better shooting angle and move in closer!
It is going to take a long time until I see anything like that again!!!
He with his eye to the viewfinder (or rather he in the front of the boat!)gets the shot…. Once in a lifetime experience indeed. I’m glad I was there so see it but so sad I missed the shot! Timing is everything!
I love it when tech world meets nature – especially when it seems that nature triumphs. That’s a great shot, and I’m glad you pointed it out.
Of course, I am also glad you introduced me to two new photographers. Thanks.
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