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    Ken Watkins
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    These two Hyena pups are quite young as they are black, the normal brown and spotted coat does not develop until around 3 months.

    This image was taken in Kgalagai Transfrontier Park, South Africa, 21st Hune 2011

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    Ken, perfect perspective to capture both pups, and well exposed too. I like the tender interaction between them and mom.

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    Cute pups and having all heads pointing in the same direction is a big plus. Nicely detailed as well.

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    Great moment very well captured Ken. Great story.

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    Cuteness factor is over the top.
    Really sharp and intimate.
    Wonderful photo.
    Dan Kearl

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    Thanks everybody for your kind comments, it was a privilige to be there.

    Moments like this are for me what wildlife photography is all about.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ken Watkins View Post
    Moments like this are for me what wildlife photography is all about.
    Yep


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    Ken - nice cuteness factor and exp looks well handled.

    TFS,
    Rachel

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    Great moment indeed and well captured!
    Presume this was the den just north of Urikaruus in the Auob riverbed...?
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    Morkel,

    You have got the den site correct, but as you probably remember I needed some assistance to remember where I was

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    This is award winning stuff Ken
    TFS

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