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Cactus explosion

Cactus explosion

These are prickly pear cactus flowers in full bloom with buds at different stages. Photo taken outdoors in a Virginia botanical garden....
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These are prickly pear cactus flowers in full bloom with buds at different stages. Photo taken outdoors in a Virginia botanical garden.
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Canon PowerShot SX50 HS

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 80 Shutter 1/500 Focal Length 58276/1000

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Jun, 2017

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126

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+37

Awards

People's Choice in Nopal blooming in nature Photo Challenge

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+10

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