Filming and photographing the elusive Capercaillie using the OM-1 and 150-400mm lens.

The Capercaillie is on the edge of extinction again in Scotland and the opportunity for photography limited.

In Norway they are a common bird. It is possible to photograph them from the car on the side of the road. On this trip I did that, but also spent three nights in a hide at a lek or display ground.

That is hard work and means a long wait in very cold conditions.

All filmed and photographed on an OM-1 Mk2 camera and the 150-400mm lens. Some footage was also taken with the Lumix G9 Mk2.

This trip can be booked through. https://naturepics.co.uk/
Or you can contact Daniel the owner directly at [email protected]

The Buteo Hides are at https://www.buteophotogear.com
The Snugpac gear is at https://snugpak.com/​
Mike Lane wildlife photography https://www.nature-photography.co.uk

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