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Duckling Splash

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A young Wood Duck shakes off its bill while feeding in Sequoia Park.

A young Wood Duck shakes off its bill while feeding in Sequoia Park.
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NIKON D500

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Aperture f/8 ISO 640 Shutter 1/2500 Focal Length 8000/10

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May, 2017

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People's Choice in ducks and geese Photo Challenge

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