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Rippled Reflection

Rippled Reflection

A male leopard quenches his thirst in the early morning sun. Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa

A male leopard quenches his thirst in the early morning sun. Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
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Aperture 63/10 ISO 400 Shutter 1/1250 Focal Length 5000/10

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Oct, 2016

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