"White-naped Crane" [Contest Finalists April 2011]
Uploaded: April 28, 2011 20:21:50
Proud parents to be displaying their courting ritual.
This now rare species has long influenced the cultures of eastern Asia. Renowned for its grace and beauty, it is also a symbol of longevity because of its long lifespan.
Like most cranes, the white-nape's survival is threatened by loss of habitat. Only around 6,500 remain in the wild.
Shutter Speed: 1/1000
Aperture: f/6.3
Focal Length: 145mm
ISO Speed: 650
Exif: F Number: 6.3, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 640, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 145.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D
Jack Gaskin April 30, 2011
A NAT. GEO. MOMENT for sure..ENJOY THE WEEKEND
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Deborah Lewinson May 18, 2011
Looks like a winner to me, Jeffrey!Congrats on this splendid finalist!
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Jack Gaskin May 18, 2011
SEE IT ONLY TAKES A LITTLE SEXUAL OVERTONE TO GET PICKED !!!!Congrats I told you a NAT GEO MOMENT !!!
Zoo MAYBE NEXT WEEK !!!!! ;0) #9411384
Graeme yew Chow May 18, 2011
It was a moment of love. congratulations Jeffrey!. May I know where have you taken, which country and place. #9412188Merna L. Nobile May 19, 2011
It is with great pleasure that I offer my congratulations on your award for the month of April. Merna
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Jeffrey R. Bange May 19, 2011
Thank you Jack, Graeme, Sabrina and Merna for your kind comments as I truly appreciate each one of them. #9416019Lori Carlson June 18, 2011
This is a real special shot, Jeffrey! Congrats to you! =) #9467280Lisa J. Boulden October 31, 2011
Outstanding photo, Jeffrey!Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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