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gbh in flight at dusk

gbh in flight at dusk

As dusk descended, the GREAT BLUE HERON flew off . I just love the way his feet stood out. lol

As dusk descended, the GREAT BLUE HERON flew off . I just love the way his feet stood out. lol
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NIKON D3200

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 400 Shutter 1/1250 Focal Length 300/1

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Feb, 2016

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You nailed this one.

Thanks so much

That's the most unique photo I've ever seen of a Heron. Very rare lighting and perspective! Nice work :)

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