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[@Hangs4Fun]

Opening shot at 1:30 with the osprey framed in the moon was simply perfection Mark!!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks! Got really lucky there!

[@Hangs4Fun]

@@MarkSmithphotography no luck at all Mark. You put in the time, and deserve every moment like that you get to witness. Were just glad you share them with the rest of us. Now if I were to get a shot like that, ok, definitely luck; because I can count on one hand how many times I've gone out this year to shoot wildlife. Have a great day Mark!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

@@Hangs4Fun thanks!

[@cw-photographyvideo5487]

You are by far the best bird photographer on KZbin, great video's, totally awesome.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@grahamharrison9051]

Blown away by the photo of the Osprey in front of the moon, stunning shot Mark.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

thanks so much. Got lucky with that!

[@joannedavis1991]

It’s wonderful to know all these beautiful birds are flourishing in the wild. Great photos. I love to see the Osprey catch the fish the best.

[@mauthemau6260]

This definitely gotta be one of my favorite videos you have made!

[@kenlee224]

Very interesting narration making the whole video more fun to watch. Great photographs too. Thank you.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@davidburton2294]

The shot with the may fly is a work of art! Love your videos well done mate :)

[@matthewcourt]

An incredible series of images. Osprey's are stunning birds.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@desertoo23]

That was amazing... I feel like I could watch this for hours and hours. This is the kind of video that captures anyone's attention from the beginning to the end. It is so enjoyable to watch this wonderful video filled with truly breathtaking images.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@EdgardoRosa]

That was awesome Mark!

[@rdatkins]

Mark. Awesome storytelling as usual! I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for the virtual vacation from New Hampshire!

[@RogerJones-mountfield]

Brilliant photos excellent presentation, thank you Mark 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@barrymayes6712]

That’s one of the most amazing and inspirational videos I have seen for a long time. Bravo!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@commonsense263]

Mark....as usual...you pictures are amazing. I love to see how amazing the D850 brings to life the colors and fantastic detail! Your defineatly a favorite photographer of mine. Keep up the good work!

[@philgray1023]

Awesome work Mark. Thanks for the video.

[@MirzaYawarBaig]

Brilliant video. Love your photos and narration and hope to go on a photo trip with you when I am in Florida next. A bit far from where I live - but I get there. All the best and keep these coming.

[@louiseducator]

Awesome. Thank you so much for creating and sharing this video.

[@dominiqueleblanc2193]

Osprey paradise! I dream of this! You are a lucky man Mark!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

It sure is osprey paradise!

[@BenjaminAdamsVu]

Great images and videos as always Mark, U DA MAN!

[@HockeyFightFair]

Fabulous shots Mark! ... Osprey heaven indeed!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@PhilThach]

Absolutely fantastic, Mark!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@fs028]

I love Osprey and that was an amazing video.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@michelebenini8125]

Really nice place Mark ! Really nice video and test!!

[@keithmacdonald4805]

Wow!!! That's all I can say, this is probably your best yet. The video footage is fantastic and your images are incredible. Thanks for sharing this wonderful location and your interaction with these beautiful birds.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks! It was a fabulous experience!

[@brucegraner5901]

Mark, in a series of photos that were all exceptional I think the "moon" shot and the "chilling" come-straight-at-you shot were the standouts for me. Detail in virtually all the photos was amazing. I'll need a compliment thesaurus to say anything more except keep up the great work.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. I think those two are my favs as well!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Thanks for sharing another spectacular set of photos, Mark. Wow!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for watching.

[@woodygreen6826]

Thanks, Mark. Our Osprey are just laying eggs here in Colorado. I'm looking forward to watching the families grow. Great shots, and the one of the Osprey flying directly toward you is my favorite of the bunch.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@alexcruz9442]

Like a kid on a candy store, bet that's how you were feeling. That's is so cool and exciting. Great video. 👍

[@MarkSmithphotography]

You got it. It was simply amazing.

[@edwinmaldonado8761]

Awesome video Mark, Osprey are one of my favorites and I love the way you were able to captured everything. My favorite the Osprey family photo even though they are all outstanding. Thanks for sharing also love the shirt.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. Awesome birds!

[@robertbohnaker9898]

Thumbs up Mark ! A bird photogragher’s paradise ! 😊 👍😀

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@joefrat]

What a fantastic narration. Thank you.

[@idmithun]

Wow.... the best day ever... Amazing day u had. One the best photos I have seen in ur collection. Just Amazing.... MARK...

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@MiguelRamos-xs7un]

Wow, what a great video. Came from your instagram images, and wasn't expecting such an informative video with so many awesome images.

[@wa7sca]

As always, amazing pics!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@carlkristensen8398]

Those photos are nothing less than brilliant. And You are so inspiring to listen to. If I was'nt half a world away from these spots, i'd sign up for a workshop.

[@saschafuchs185]

Once again amazing Mark. Thank you

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@TommyDickson]

What an absolutely outstanding video Mark. I got excited to see 1 pair of Ospreys here in a Loch in Scotland, I can't imagine being able to visit a place where there are hundreds. And then there is the photography, incredible. Can only dream of capturing details like you do.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks! It is a very special place!

[@gadgetgazphoto]

Such amazing photos and video, your photography is incredible!

[@samleslie793]

great shooting

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@SR71GIRL]

Just found your channel, and I'm also a new subscriber. Looks fascinating. Thanks for the great video & beautiful pics. Great job!❤

[@iastorgaphotos]

Just found your channel…and am not disappointed. Cool storytelling and excellent shots! 👌🏼

[@jacephotos]

Gorgeously shot Mark!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@colinjones7635]

Awesome shots Mark,looks like Osprey heaven.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks and it is!

[@deathvalley1592]

ONE OF THE BEST BIRD CHANNELS ON UTUBE. GREAT JOB 👍👍👍👍👍

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@judyboyd9530]

The video was outstanding as usual. Some of my photography friends have gotten some great shots on Blue Lake of Osprey but yours are amazing... we always look forward to your videos. Thank you.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@OneRudeBoy]

Good times! National Geography!

[@avontmorganjr7505]

Another Mark Smith extravaganza!

[@pano-rific8838]

That takes the cake. Worlds best fishing bird steals mans fishing pole. LoL Yea just can't make this stuff up. Mark I am in awe of the shots you capture. You are a true gift to the promotion of preserving natural habit. A hunter who does no harm. ~ your neighbor

[@milanmathis3142]

Wow that is one beautiful place. Mark you done it again amazing video.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@KGsPhotography]

Great video and a wonderful insight into the world of the Osprey. Nice one Mark

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@airsoft69]

Fabulous vlog ,what a gorgeous place to photograph osprey I've marked it down on my list for next year's trip .well done mark keep the vlogs coming

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@hootsmon13]

Excellent as always Mark. You make it look so easy where you are capturing their magnificent beauty. We have them in Scotland, but nothing like what you have there. Look forward to your next vid👍

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@AlergicToSnow]

Amazing images!

[@johnd746]

Awesome pictures!!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@klackon1]

Fabulous shots Mark.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@jitendramhatre7005]

Awesome sir I like video

[@LyneisFilm]

Just went through your Nikon D500 Quick Start guide for Birds. Well done and a lot of subtle settings. Hoping to get more keepers and have to learn some new muscle memory for my right hand.

[@Slewis71119]

Another awesome video and great images. Cant make it next year, but I will definitely be interested in coming in 21.

[@derekmidgley]

Just amazing, Mark!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@paulbivins6483]

Great work as usual. Thanks

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@YabannPenceresi]

Very wonderful. I really like that. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@slodays1158]

Another awesome video Mark. I definitely agree with the osprey not drowning statement. I've seen one get pulled under and it promptly let go. Nice Job!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@RichardBO9]

Incredible images Mark. Thanks for sharing. 😍

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@FrankCareta]

Excellent video, I love the story telling and great photos.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@atomikmaster1]

Truely inspirational photography and great story telling 👌📸 Thank you for sharing this stunning work.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@geographerix7104]

What I really like about your videos is the fact that you put gear in the title but still speak a lot about the subjects (animals) and their nature, which is much more intresting than the never-ending 'what gear is best?'-talk. I may have commented it before, but Florida seems to be a perfect Osprey photography place and I must keep telling myself not to get too jelous of the possibilities you have there. I will try to go to Scotland this year and get some Osprey action there. As Florida has a more sunny, subtropical climate you have much more sunny days than Scotland but lets hope I will also catch some Ospreys in nice light. Fantastic shots (as usual) you got there. The one you have in your home right behind you, where the osprey is stretching out its talons and you can also see the fish targeted, that would be a dream shot for me. Thanks for sharing your insights.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for the kinds words. I appreciate it. Good luck on your osprey adventure and overcast can great for those birds too!

[@mykelphotography]

Another fabulous video Mark, superb work as alaways

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@ricardosamala]

Sir you really very good 😊 amazing !!

[@deckluck372]

Amazing images. You are the man!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@Sailorman142]

Awesome images! Good job shooting from a boat, too! We miss the Ospreys, only a rare one in the northern Bahamas. They lack the dark eye band.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks! Such a fun place and compensating for the boat wasn't to hard. We had nice calm waters.

[@TiAgo-FM]

Awesome!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@pennyalbright7461]

Astounding shots as always Mark! I have to do one of your workshops. Thanks for sharing.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for watching.

[@xcop524]

Nice work Mark, some great images

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@LewisWells-1]

Awesome!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@xavidub]

Wonderful. You aren't a photographer Mark, you're an ornithologist with great cameras, which sets you apart.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks! That is very nice of you to say!

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Awesome shots Mark 👍🤙

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@kevinturner7618]

I considered Blue Cypress Lake before and it looks great! Fantastic photos. I just signed up for the workshop 2020.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. See you there!

[@carolelabrecque2799]

Allo ! 😍 Very interesting video. Your pictures are always breathtaking! 👋😘👋

[@MarkSmithphotography]

thanks

[@ooiooi73]

Love you video'!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@NaturalWorldChew]

Osprey haven!!!

[@michalstoch]

Great shots as always! Congrats :)

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@cillyede]

Great one again, danke.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@Gunkaleh]

Amazing photos. Well done. Wish I lived in your part of the world.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@aronricardovideo]

Mr. Smith, ojalá que un día puedas visitar nuestros Esteros del Iberá, en Corrientes. Su trabajo es totalmente increíble.

[@paulmuadib68]

fantastic .... no others words

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@jibsj2100]

Again awesome work buddy.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@williamfriggle]

Just amazing.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@brian_phillip]

Amazing video once again.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@lurechunkertoo4631]

Your vids are always SUPERIOR.

[@neilbranch4054]

Awesome series and video Mark

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@santoshmahalik]

Awesome images Mark and awesome descriptions...the image of the Osprey pairs at 6:35 min was my favorite

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@zaf9834]

Awesome.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@paulcachia6711]

Fantastic videos Mark

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@Noealz]

blue cypress looks lovely : )

[@MarkSmithphotography]

It is amazing!

[@phooesnax]

Great Great And Great. Jim

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@pranavan_shoots]

Excellent excellent awesome video

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@WhittyPics]

Amazing stuff Mark.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@joshmandeville3835]

Awesome! I've got 18 ospreys nesting on a river not far from my house. Theres a bridge spanning the river by two of the nests, and in the evening, the sun is right behind the bridge. It's the perfect place for me. Love it. Great video as always!

[@mariaeugeniapolson1339]

Josh Mandeville 👋 where?

[@joshmandeville3835]

@@mariaeugeniapolson1339 right byYosemite, in California.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

That sounds great!

[@ShaneBaker]

Beautiful set Mark.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!