Huge check in the box

This morning I had a massive win. Since I started getting back into photography one of my personal goals was to get an excellent shot of a Belted Kingfisher. Today I finally achieved that goal and it feels like a weight is lifted, but also makes me realize I can now shift to another elusive target. I did not expect to be able to get within 20 yards of the kingfisher outside of a hide, but today I was given grace and go that close while walking and not concealed.

Male Belted Kingfisher