Wings in Motion: Bruce Graham’s Red-bellied Woodpecker in Flight from the Signature Collection

In this vivid wildlife portrait, Bruce Graham captures a Red-bellied Woodpecker in mid-flight, its wings fully extended in a dramatic display of motion. The bird’s red cap and barred wings are rendered in exquisite detail, while the natural backdrop of weathered logs enhances the sense of place. The image conveys both energy and elegance, making it a standout addition to Bruce’s Signature Collection — a celebration of wildlife’s vitality and beauty in motion.

Captured on April 30, 2025 at 09:20, this image was taken using a Canon EOS R5 with an EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens. The shot was composed at a focal length of 400mm, with settings of ISO 6400, aperture f/7.1, and shutter speed 1/3200 sec, freezing the woodpecker’s flight with precision and clarity.