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The Darkness

The Darkness

This female Snowy Owl didn't let a little horrible weather get in the way of her trying to survive. They truly are incredible creatures...
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This female Snowy Owl didn't let a little horrible weather get in the way of her trying to survive. They truly are incredible creatures
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camera

Canon EOS-1D X

settings

settings

Aperture f/8 ISO 3200 Shutter 1/2000 Focal Length 400/1

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upload_date

May, 2017

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338

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+37

Awards

Peer Award

+9

Magnificent Capture

Superb Composition

Superior Skill

Absolute Masterpiece

Outstanding Creativity

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