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    This is a re worked version of an old favorite of mine...

    this vulture is just about to do battle with another vulture over carcass scraps..

    Nikon D2xs 200-400mm 1/1250 f9 iso 400..

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    Simply an amazing capture. I love it and one reason is b/c it's SO different from what we normally see. I love the fact that the eye is tack sharp and easily seen. If you have it, I would love to see a tad more space on the left. Well seen and captured.
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    Peter:

    I will second Mariana's thoughts, this is a wonderful capture. Love how the bird emerges from the dust, enough detail to capture our eye, enough dust to add a sense of action, mystery to it.

    Showing the carcass or the other bird would improve the story telling, but it flies beautifully as is!

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    This is so neat I really enjoy this image. The dust from the landing and the eye being so sharp really make this for me.
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    I agree with more room to the left if you have it, but fantastic image! Love the dust and the overall warm tones. Well done!

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    The dust, the eye and the tension in the pose all work together to make this very effective. Have you thought about takind a bit off the top to lend some pano to it? The left side is fine for me.

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    Hi Peter, I agree with the comments above, a refreshing image, well conceived and captured. Nice low angle adds to the dramatic effect.TFS.

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    Love this the dust makes it....

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    Awesome image! I think Katie has a good idea on the crop. TFS

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    Hi Peter, this is a awesome shot, love the mood and dust TFS

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    Pretty cool imGE...THE DUST GIVES SOMETHING VERY DIFFERENT

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    Thanks all for kind comments and feedback...

    will play around with crop suggestions ..

    many thanks

    peter

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