simonpattinson

Defender

Defender

Last hour of day light, when a Canadian Goose starts attacking any other that comes close to its mate.

Last hour of day light, when a Canadian Goose starts attacking any other that comes close to its mate.
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NIKON D700

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 1000 Shutter 1/1250

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Mar, 2014

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