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Rushing Grebes

Rushing Grebes

Western Grebes performing their "rushing" courtship display on Clear Lake.

Western Grebes performing their "rushing" courtship display on Clear Lake.
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NIKON D500

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Aperture f/9 ISO 640 Shutter 1/2500 Focal Length 8000/10

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Feb, 2018

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Winner in Waterbirds in Action Photo Challenge

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Amazing capture! Congrats.

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