ChrisThayer

The Swoop

The Swoop

You cannot help but love Bald Eagles. Their raw beauty and grace is unmatched.

You cannot help but love Bald Eagles. Their raw beauty and grace is unmatched.
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SONY SLT-A77V

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 125 Shutter 1/2000 Focal Length 4000/10

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Mar, 2014

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