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** The Weekly Bird Word
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09/29/25

This week’s Bird Word is:
Exposure


While not directly related to birds, exposure is a crucial component of bird photography that describes how much light is allowed to reach a camera's sensor (or film). Photographers control exposure through a combination of aperture, shutter speed and ISO. Learn more about how to control exposure in bird photography in this National Audubon Society article ([link removed]) . For some incredible examples of bird photography and creative, skillful use of exposure, make sure you check out the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards ([link removed]) !

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The grand prize-winning photograph from the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards ([link removed]) captures an other-worldly effect through carefully considered exposure.
Magnificent Frigatebirds. Photo: Liron Gertsman/Audubon Photography Awards


** More in local bird and nature news:
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* Need more inspiration for your bird photography? Here's a story about a local Audubon Photography Award winner ([link removed]) who took her prize-winner shot at Huntley Meadows Park.
* Help remove invasive plants: Vounteer with ongoing restoration efforts at Dominion Hills Area Recreation Association (DHARA) ([link removed]) , Lockwood/Elmwood senior housing complex ([link removed]) and Powhatan Springs ([link removed]) .
* Brush up on your Butterfly ID skills: Our Fall Butterfly ID workshop with Larry Meade is now available online! You can watch the recording online ([link removed]) .
* Tropical Birds of the Andes: Our author event with Michael Parr of the American Bird Conservancy is also available to view online ([link removed]) .
* Fall is a great time to plant natives: Virginia Native Plant Society ([link removed]) has a plant sale on October 1 at Green Spring Gardens. You can also check the Plant NoVA Natives website ([link removed]) for upcoming plant sales and local nurseries that carry natives.

See you out there,
Northern Virginia Bird Alliance
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