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    "Laughing Gulls in breeding plumage feature velvety, jet black hoods, white eye crescents, and wine-red bills" Arthur Morris, introduction to the original The Art Of Bird Photography discussing why photograph birds and the beauty of birds. Image captured at Lake Mirror in Lakeland, Florida. Comments and critique welcomed and appreciated. Thank you for viewing.

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    Nikon 80-400mm F/4.5-5.6 VRII AF-S ED image captured at 400mm
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    Thanks for the quote. The image is perfectly executed. Love those eye crescents.

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    Couldn't be better Joe! Although it did make me smile not "laugh"! just excellent exposure and detail.

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    Great portrait here. Great background and a nice composition as well. Well done.

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    Wonderful exposure here, details look fine on a sweet gull.

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    Hi Joe, excellent exposure all round, and love the detail on the eyes.

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    Thanks everyone for viewing and commenting, very much appreciated.
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