ITs Monday why not some mono shots at the Zoo
Good Morning, another weekend has raced by and soon we will be seeing out 2025 and welcoming in 2026, time sure flies
As I tend to do on Mondays I am sharing a few mono shots, and was thinking what can I share today that's a bit different and decided to go with a few shots from Buttonwood Park zoo
Tucked away in Buttonwood Park, which some call the jewel or the heart of New Bedford, Massachusetts, the Buttonwood Park Zoo is far more than just a local attraction; it's a living piece of history and a conservation success story. Established in 1894, it holds the distinction of being the 12th oldest zoo in the United States, a testament to over a century of connecting the community to the natural world. Despite its compact, easily navigable size of just seven acres, this AZA-accredited "finest small zoo" packs a mighty punch, housing over 250 animals across 80 species, from majestic Asian elephants and playful red pandas to native New England wildlife like black bears and river otters. Join us as we explore why this charming and historic destination remains a cherished gem for families and wildlife enthusiasts on the SouthCoast
These shots were all taken with my tamron 50-400MM lens, A lens to be honest I didnt use too much this year other than on visits tot he zoo, not that its not a great lens, which it is, just most of my walks this year were early morning by the water before and during sunrise, and my other tamron lens the 17-28 and 28-75 I mostly use for those walks
Lets start with a beaver muching away
Sony A7iv 218mm F8 1/60 Sec ISO 250
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and some sort of duck I think
Sony A7iv 400mm F6.3 1/100 Sec ISO 100
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and a couple of deers just chilling on a nice sunny day
Sony A7iv 384mm F6.3 1/250 Sec ISO 100
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and to finish off another shot of a beaver
Sony A7iv 349mm F8 1/60 Sec ISO 500
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