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It was a wintry morning and this has been my favourite spot in the park to witness the sunset. I was awaiting to witness the dusk when this darter positioned it...
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It was a wintry morning and this has been my favourite spot in the park to witness the sunset. I was awaiting to witness the dusk when this darter positioned itself on the dead perch well before time. The darter was making it's move and then decided to spread open its wings to soak in the last warmth of the day. It was magical and i wasted no time to freeze the moment.
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Good timing, nice image.

Thank you John!

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