Quiet Please - I'm Trying to Nap! [La Jolla]
Uploaded: May 15, 2010 14:21:27
1/160s @ f/6.3, ISO 250, 280mm.
This huge Harbor seal was sleeping in the sun oblivious to visitors watching him from above at La Jolla, Calif. He finally raised his sleepy head - tried to open his eyes, and I caught him just as he was beginning to yawn!
Exif: F Number: 6.3, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/160 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 250, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 280.00 mm, Model: NIKON D700
Renata Gusciora May 16, 2010
So cute!:-)Fabulous capture,Rona!Great timing,composition,lighting and colors!I like the title too!:D #1269240Jean-Pierre Ducondi May 16, 2010
LOL - Great title. Beautiful composition and details. Well done Rona.Ellen Hodges May 16, 2010
Fantastic capture with a very fitting and funny title, Rona!!! #8615190Rona L. Schwarz May 16, 2010
Thank you all so much for visiting! I took many shots of Harbor seals frolicking in the water that day, but this was my favorite! #8615305Kathy Salerni May 16, 2010
A beautiful harbor seal indeed, Rona! Wonderful comp, color and clarity! I only hope they leave the seals alone and let them remain in their natural habitat at LaJolla! #8615315Rona L. Schwarz May 16, 2010
Yes, I agree whole-heartedly! I understand that there is a lot of controversy surrounding the seals - I do hope they continue to protect them. It is wonderful to see them in their natural habitat (even with visitors)! #8615511Anita Hogue May 16, 2010
Awesome capture Rona! This is a wonderful image! #8616094Rona L. Schwarz May 16, 2010
Thanks Anita! #8616280Kathleen Brennan May 18, 2010
What a cutie! I love all of the pattern and texture of his coat! #8619692Rona L. Schwarz May 18, 2010
Thanks Kathleen - very different from your seal capture! #8620671Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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