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Deadly Duel

Deadly Duel

A pair of Gemsbok (Oryx) bulls battle for dominance at a dusty and dry Kalahari waterhole.

A pair of Gemsbok (Oryx) bulls battle for dominance at a dusty and dry Kalahari waterhole.
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NIKON D4S

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Aperture f/7.1 ISO 560 Shutter 1/2500 Focal Length 8000/10

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Mar, 2016

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Contest Finalist in On The Wild Side Photo Contest

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Absolute Masterpiece

+12

Superb Composition

+12

Top Choice

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Magnificent Capture

+6

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Superior Skill

Outstanding Creativity

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Very good shoot ! You caught the right moment !

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Beautiful work! Congratulations on your finalist award. :)

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