Coyote, Point Reyes National Seashore

Photo of a coyote looking back at sunset.
Coyote at Sunset

I took this photo about a month ago at Point Reyes.  I can’t remember the exact location, but it was shot around sunset.  I usually miss sunrise at Point Reyes, but I try to always be there for sunset.   It’s the best of times — for light and wildlife.  When the sun starts getting low my senses heighten.  It’s a feeling of anticipation.  Something is going to happen.  Something better happen.  I need a good photo.  I also know that many of the animals I like to photograph, such as coyotes and bobcats, are up and beginning to hunt.  It’s time to crank up the ISO.  Time to be steady.  1/30th of a second time.  It’s make or break time.  If I get a good photo of an animal at that time the day is a success. If I don’t, the day is usually a failure.  I try not to let it get to me.  But it does.  Some.  To purchase a print of this image click here.