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A Wing and a Flair

A Wing and a Flair

Mallards are so common that they are often overlooked by photographers, when in fact they are one of the most beautiful ducks in the world. This female was enj...
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Mallards are so common that they are often overlooked by photographers, when in fact they are one of the most beautiful ducks in the world. This female was enjoying a leisurely swim on a local lake near San Jose, California
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NIKON D500

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settings

Aperture f/8 ISO 800 Shutter 1/1600 Focal Length 2400/10

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upload_date

Jul, 2019

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139

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Impressive capture !

incredible detail.

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Mallards are so beautiful.....I never take them for granted! ; ) Love your capture....amazing details and colors!! : )

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Your English degree is showing!!!! I love the metaphor is making me laugh... Very nice catch.

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Great action shot

So beautiful!

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