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An Australian Welcome Swallow having spotted a water borne insects flies in for the kill.

An Australian Welcome Swallow having spotted a water borne insects flies in for the kill.
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Canon EOS-1D X Mark II

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Aperture 8/1 ISO 1600 Shutter 1/3200 Focal Length 400/1

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Aug, 2016

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