kiwi-young
This youngster was 28 or 29 days old on this paticular day. the thing that mattered the most was its weight it had to be a certain wait before it was let out b...
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This youngster was 28 or 29 days old on this paticular day. the thing that mattered the most was its weight it had to be a certain wait before it was let out by its self. kiwi chick is ready to fend for its self as soon as it is hatched, but to help them keep their numbers up they are taken as eggs to a safe place to be incubated then returned to a pest free island which is their sanctuary.. A great deal of reforestation has taken place on this island so the birds have a great habitat. this island used to be a place for rehabilitation for people who were struggling with addiction, a beautiful serene place to heal.
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Oct, 2016Views
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Winner in Friendship With Birds Photo Challenge
Peer Award
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Location
This photo was taken on Tiri Tiri Island. It is a saunctuary for wildlife.Time
It's probably around 10am we are in the shade of Norfolk palms.Lighting
Kiwis are nocturnal this little fella does not like the light too much.Equipment
Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-105mm No flash for nocturnal friends.Inspiration
I was so excited to be going to see a release of this precious guy. To see them in the wild is extremely lucky. I was packed and prepared the night before and I could not sleep.Editing
A little with the light I added a little and cropped it.In my camera bag
Nikon D7100 Nikkor 18-105mm Nikkor macro 50mm Cleaning fluid and paper Spare battery and memory cards.Feedback
It it wonderful when you know you will be going to get a shot of something special, and the prospect of bumping into some other protected species. I can't say don't get too excited because the anticipation is just that. It is also great the extra information you gain when turning up to events like this. There are also many photographers at these events. A long wonderful day. : )
