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Alpine chough in flight before Mount Pilatus

An alpine chough glides through the clear mountain air against the backdrop of the snow-covered Mount Pilatus.
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Alpine chough flying in front of the snow-covered Mount Pilatus
Alpine chough flying in front of the snow-covered Mount Pilatus
Technical details
Date taken
April 6, 2026
Resolution
6'000 × 4'000 px (24 MP)
Shutter speed
1/1000 s
Aperture
f/7.1
ISO
100
Focal length
200 mm
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How this image was taken

To capture a fast-flying alpine chough sharply, a fast shutter speed is essential. At 1/1000 s, you freeze the motion, while the 200 mm focal length helps to frame the subject clearly despite the distance.

  • Use a shutter speed of at least 1/1000 s to reliably freeze rapid movements.
  • Utilise a telephoto focal length like 200 mm to isolate the bird against the backdrop of Mount Pilatus.
  • Aim for a low ISO setting like ISO 100 to ensure a clean image in bright daylight.

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