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    The parent brought in a lizard for the this juvenile. I wish it took it to a cleaner spot, but heck, I am not complaining.
    Hope you like it!

    Exposure 0.002 sec (1/640)
    Aperture f/10.0
    Focal Length 400 mm
    ISO Speed 400
    Exposure Bias 0 EV
    Flash On, Return detected

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    Fantastic capture!! Nice to see the claw trying to grab the lizard. I like the habitat too with the flowers.

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    What a great action shot! The lizards' open mouth is kind of gruesome-looks like he is screaming in pain. I would take a bit off the left. The eye is drawn in to the action so no need for all that space.
    I would love to have this type of shot in my portfolio.
    Gail

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    Troy:

    Well captured with excellent timing, claw position and prey very strong elements.

    Gail has a valid point about the framing, but the wild flowers add enough secondary interest that I am fine with it as framed.

    I might consider toning down the two white flowers at the very bottom of the frame, or consider a subtle vignette along the entire bottom edge to downplay that area.

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    Great timing! I really like the lifted claw and detail. I personally like the comp. Well done.

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    Nice moment captured here Troy. Good detail and pose.

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    Thank you all.
    I will touch up the two wild flowers in the FG..

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    I think this is awesome...I like the surroundings and the moment you have captured!

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