Watchin' You

Gallery: WildlifePosted August 13, 2016308 views4 comments

Leopard,
Moremi Game Reserve, Okavanga Delta, Botswana
2014:05:12 23:29:35

D800
80-400mm @ 155mm
1/1000 sec, f/8
Mode: Av
Metering: Spot
Exp comp: -1/3
ISO: 400
AF mode: AF-C
White balance: AUTO1+2
Flash: Off
Horrible mid-day light in Africa is unavoidable, this is the best I could do.

PLEASE SEE LARGE VERSION FOR DETAIL AND CORRECT COLOUR

Comments

4 comments

Comment posted by Paula LeVay on August 13, 2016 at 2:58 PM

I love the facial expression of the leopard with eyes riveted on the photographer.. It must have been a thrilling experience!

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Comment posted by Kathy Barnhart on August 13, 2016 at 4:40 PM

Beautiful creature, and wonderful pose you captured. He's even licking his lips! The dangling tail adds a lot to the comp. Nicely done!

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Comment posted by Charles Bell on August 14, 2016 at 4:37 PM

Your capture of those captivating eyes is wonderful.

Registered on February 21, 2016, 187 Posts, 192 Comments

Comment posted by Lon Sharp on August 14, 2016 at 7:18 PM

Great detail, Sandy. I think you made the best of bright conditions and found a pleasing clear view and composition, too. Congrats.

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