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Yellow billed hornbill, Djuma Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa

Yellow billed hornbill, Djuma Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa
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Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 800 Shutter 1/3200

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Apr, 2014

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Awards

Winner in Hornbills Photo Challenge

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Another Fantastic capture Michael!

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Love this shot, well done !

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What a face! Great angle :)

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fantastic capture

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Thank you... again ! :)

Love the expression!!

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Congratulation Michael!! Great shot that reflect the theme of the challenge, you really worth it

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Great shot, love it

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What a Terrific shot of this AWESOME Bird!

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Great photo, just love it the look of the bird its perfect.

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amazing shot...:-)

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Location

Djuma Private Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa

Time

The shot was taken in bright sunlight at about 930 AM

Lighting

The bird was slightly back-lit which created some of the shadows.

Equipment

Canon 1D IV, Canon 400 DO with 1.4 extender

Inspiration

How could you not love that face ?

Editing

Post processing was basic, sharpening, working contrast etc. No cropping was done.

In my camera bag

At the time, Canon 7D, Canon Mark IV, Canon 100-400L, Canon 400 DO, Canon 70-200L

Feedback

When on safari, you never know what opportunities become available. This bird landed on a branch nearby and watched us take our morning break. S/he was a very curious bird

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