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    This was taken this evening and i was very happy when this chick decided to back out of the wing of the parent
    The light was almost gone from my position but this younster did what I wanted well worth the wait.....:)

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    Lovely scene, perfect light, amazing colours and saturation, details and situation also great, I just might have lef a bit more room to the right. Congrats and thanks for sharing!

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    so cute and nice image - the chick looks very funny with these giant legs ;)

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    This is perfect! The headturns, BG, habitat, poses, colours, light and comp all come together to create a wonderful image! Excellent job James.

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    I like the intimate mood, light, angle, details and eye contact.

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    Imtimate family image here James. You patience was rewarded.

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    It all works for me James. Nicely done!

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    Jim,
    Excellent image. Nice and sharp, Very colorful, lovely bg. Well done.
    I'm thinking of heading that way next week. Was this taken at the ponds?

    Sweet capture.

    Sharna

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    Oh James I wish this were mine !!!! Just s superb capture of parent and baby. Congratulations on such an intimate , outstanding image. I love it !!!

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    Sweet and lovely, James. A pleaure to view.

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    Great shot with terrific light James well done

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