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The exuberance of youth

The exuberance of youth

Only three of 2018's nine cygnets remain present in Kelsey Park - and father swan will soon doubtless chase them away to start fresh lives elsewhere. In th...
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Only three of 2018's nine cygnets remain present in Kelsey Park - and father swan will soon doubtless chase them away to start fresh lives elsewhere. In the meantime, they continue to entertain. Lens: Nikkor 200-500mm f5.6
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NIKON D800E

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 800 Shutter 10/20000 Focal Length 5000/10

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Beckenham, Kent, GB

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Dec, 2018

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