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    Default Fighting oryx

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    These two oryx (gemsbok) were having it out at sunset in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. I was lucky to be there at the right moment just as the fight got serious. I like the way in which the dust clouds add drama to the scene.

    Camera Model: Canon EOS-1D Mark III
    Date/Time: 2008:03:17 18:01:46
    Shutter speed: 1/4000 sec
    Aperture: 6.3
    Exposure mode: Av
    Flash: Off
    Metering mode: Multi-segment
    ISO: 800
    Focal length: 500mm

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    Very nice Mr Van Rooyen.. lovely action .was this on a recent trip??

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    Very dramatic image. Love the dust. Great natural history photo.....

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    Full action of a mighty struggle. Excellent capture.

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