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Osprey Takeoff

Osprey Takeoff

An Osprey takes flight after a failed dive into Freshwater Lagoon.

An Osprey takes flight after a failed dive into Freshwater Lagoon.
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NIKON D500

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Aperture f/9 ISO 640 Shutter 1/2500 Focal Length 8000/10

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Jun, 2017

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