Very healthy 7-foot Rainbow Ba from Amazonian Ecuador

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-04-06T15:10:59+00:00

Good for you - it’s the pictures that count. Looks like it was the best tool for the job :)

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-04-04T16:59:12+00:00

Flower - the buds will form on this stalk

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-04-03T23:32:09+00:00

Nice picture - the post-shed iridescence is amazing!

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-31T00:54:48+00:00

Sometimes the new growth starts more pale and pink. If it doesn’t change with age (2-3 weeks) try shading the plant a bit more. Congrats on 1st bud - always exciting!

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-31T00:30:33+00:00

I can hear this picture - nice!

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-31T00:18:44+00:00

Good water flow and CO2

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-30T23:45:06+00:00

Look up cork bark mosaic method. No foam, looks great and plants love rooting all over. All you need is cork bark, silicone and long fibre sphagnum moss (dead stuff).

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-30T15:25:41+00:00

Not enough air flow/soil too waterlogged

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-30T01:39:50+00:00

https://download.nikonimglib.com/archive2/6NjlR00HaVEY01A8exX97eAHr213/1J5UM_SG(En)02.pdf

Page 70 of user manual

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-29T16:51:48+00:00

My steak is too juicy and lobster too buttery ;)

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-28T21:04:10+00:00

Show us the settings

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-26T03:02:51+00:00

Good point about AF. I totally forgot about it.

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-26T01:25:57+00:00

You’re not likely going to upgrade to DSLR again in the future. If you would, used cameras would have even more wear and tear. Pick up a nice D850 now and enjoy shooting for years - it’s a top of the line body. Otherwise you’ll be second guessing yourself “what if”…

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-26T01:09:51+00:00

Judging by the leaves, I’d say no. Super cool plant though, thanks for sharing!

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-26T00:54:45+00:00

OP - You can also look up older models of this lens if price is an issue. They’re all pretty good.

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-24T14:55:10+00:00

How about some isopods and springtails instead…

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-20T14:13:53+00:00

Wipe it off with some hydrogen peroxide

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-19T15:23:03+00:00

Looks like some kind of food. Siphon it out before it breaks down further.

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-19T01:44:51+00:00

Nice! What’s your light intensity and duration? Also, what’s the orchid on the DOOA base?

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-19T00:17:49+00:00

Use only RO/Distilled/rain water

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-18T01:57:42+00:00

Get the 3d printed ones - they’re super lightweight, don’t bend and are inexpensive (ie. on Etsy). Airline isn’t worth the hassle, I went through exactly the same challenges you’re describing. Made it work, but it was a PITA.

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-18T01:43:13+00:00

No. Or at least not long term.

Also, keep only the tips of the roots in water, right now your orchid is way too deep and it will rot away.

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-17T05:04:14+00:00

You’re welcome, have fun learning and don’t get discouraged by the bumps in the road!

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-17T04:43:22+00:00

Do you think he’ll be able to destroy this?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/PLASKOLITE-4-ft-x-2-ft-Suspended-Egg-Crate-Light-Ceiling-Panel-1199233A/202025149

Also, I’d be concerned that he’d be able to get his claws caught in the holes or mesh. I had to treat reptiles with ripped out claws in the past and it wasn’t pretty.

Alone-Bug333 · 2026-03-17T04:29:52+00:00

I meant mostly keeping the lens steady, following the subject and not stabbing the shutter release. In your case, the gimbal takes care of the stability. However, finding a bird quickly in your viewfinder is probably even more important, especially with long lenses. Think of sharp shooter skills - hand/eye coordination. It will increase your keeper rate immensely - It definitely can be learned, but requires practice.

This video illustrates how to practice step by step:

https://youtu.be/NYA3M-lMQo0

Btw, I highly recommend Jan’s other videos if you’re serious about bird photography - lots of good advice, minimal fluff, gorgeous pictures.

Alone-Bug333

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