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African Darter Practice

African Darter Practice

A young African Darter practicing the art of turning its prey around to be swallowed head first.

A young African Darter practicing the art of turning its prey around to be swallowed head first.
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NIKON D600

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Aperture f/6.3 ISO 320 Shutter 1/1000 Focal Length 6000/10

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upload_date

Jun, 2018

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Awards

Peer Award

Superb Composition

Magnificent Capture

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