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A raft of Hippo.

A raft of Hippo.

Came across this waterhole while leading a walking safari in South Africa. Having the freedom and knowledge to be on foot photographing these guys is always spe...
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Came across this waterhole while leading a walking safari in South Africa. Having the freedom and knowledge to be on foot photographing these guys is always special. Responsible for more deaths than any other mammal in Africa, the Hippo is a serious animal which deserves and demands respect.
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Canon EOS-1D Mark II N

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Aperture f/2.8 ISO 400 Shutter 1/1000 Focal Length 200/1

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May, 2015

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