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A Kingfisher's dream

A Kingfisher's dream

This kingfisher has a dreamy look while waiting for its next catch

This kingfisher has a dreamy look while waiting for its next catch
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Canon EOS 7D Mark II

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Aperture 63/10 ISO 400 Shutter 1/2000 Focal Length 500/1

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Oct, 2016

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