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Growling Lion-1



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A lion in the African Bush with its mouth open

A lion in the African Bush with its mouth open
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6 Comments |
Bazz PRO+
 
Bazz November 23, 2015
Fabulous capture!
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Oceanskyphotography October 30, 2018
Amazing!!!
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eelcovanroden February 17, 2019
Congratulations on your Challenge Win!
WillemS
 
WillemS June 25, 2021
Beautiful photo. Anyone who has ever heard the roar of a lion close by would run. It is chilling, yet majestic!
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JayneBug June 25, 2021
Running and not looking back! Congratulations on your challenge win!
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RogueAngel75 June 26, 2021
Congrats on the win! Awesome photo!
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Behind The Lens

Location

Shamwari Game Reserve South Africa

Time

Early evening.

Lighting

The lighting was all natural, the golden hour had not quite started.

Equipment

This was taken many years ago with my first digital SLR and a poor quality zoom lens. It just goes to prove that owning good equipment doesn't necessarily make you a good photographer.

Inspiration

I was sitting in a jeep when we came across this lion. I simply couldn't not take a picture of it.

Editing

Apart from sharpening, this image was straight out of the camera.

In my camera bag

At this time I simply had the camera and one zoom lens. I didn't even carry a spare battery.

Feedback

Go on a safari and be patient.

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