A pair of wild horses discussing their position in the herd's hierarchical structure.
A pair of wild horses discussing their position in the herd's hierarchical structure.
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People's Choice in Animals in Action Photo Challenge
Hero Award
People's Choice in Mustangs Photo Challenge
People's Choice in North American wild animals Photo Challenge
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Contest Finalist in Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 11
Contest Finalist in Wildlife In Remote Places Photo Contest
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wfmagee13
July 30, 2016
This is the most natural photo I have seen in a long time. No guesseied up PS. Real. Just as it happens. They are fighting for dominance. The chance of a fatal injury is real.
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beverlyhenderson
July 30, 2016
You certainly caught the moment with this one. Could hardly be better.
Kwojcik
June 05, 2017
All of your photos are wonderful to look at. This is a perfectly timed excellent action shot! Wow!
robiecagle
June 21, 2020
Masterful capture! There is much beauty in this dance, great timing or patience to get this perfect shot.
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Behind The Lens
Location
This image was taken near the old Pony Express Trail in a remote desert area in western Utah.Time
This was taken early evening as the band came down from the hills to a water source.Lighting
Lighting is all natural. I just tried to position myself to get the sun behind me.Equipment
Canon 7d mkii, Canon 70-200 f/4. Hand held, mobility is essential for safety and lighting.Inspiration
The horses had both been rolling in the mud surrounding the waterhole. The mud was drying and flaking away quickly giving an interesting pattern. These two decided they needed to settle some unknown dispute, that provided action and tension to the scene.Editing
Other than cropping, and a bit of sharpening, this is pretty much what was in the camera.In my camera bag
Canon 7d mkii, Canon 1d mkiii, Canon 400 f/5.6, Canon 500 f4, Canon 70-200 f4, Canon 1.4 TC. Induro tripod and Wimberly ii gymbol mount.Feedback
I think the most significant advice I can give is to spend time observing the behavior of your target species. The more you know, the more you will be able to predict behavior. Wild horses tend to charge to their water which tends to mix their social groupings. Once they have satisfied their thirst, the stallions, sometimes, have need to re-establish their organization.