A small group of cranes are looking for food. They are constantly securing their surroundings and one is watching out so that the others can eat. Cranes are highly social birds that look out for each other.
I have tried to place the background in the picture in such a way that the cranes are as well exposed as possible on the field and their natural behaviour is shown to advantage.
The picture is intended to create an attentive, but also close atmosphere, as the cranes are attentive, but also rely on each other.
For me, this work symbolises mutual respect and attentiveness as well as care and mutual help.
I am a passionate wildlife and nature photographer. My photographs are taken all over Germany. I enjoy travelling to be able to observe and photograph my desired subjects. This results in photographs of rare animals as well as atmospheric images. I photograph at all times of the year and at.. Read more…