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Tuffties flaps down at Slimbridge

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Posted by Larry Corbett on November 3, 2006 at 6:15 AM
Tuffties flaps down at Slimbridge
Taken at Slimbridge yesterday afternoon as the light faded, I have made many many trips to Slimbridge (c. 30) over the years trying to get a shot of a pair of Tufted Duck landing together.

EOS 1D Mark 2, 300mm f/2.8 IS + 2xII extender, ISO 320, F/5.6, 1,2000 sec

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Posted by Michael Sayles on November 3, 2006 at 6:18 AM
Nice one Larry - this is quite a comical image IMO (and I mean that in a complimentary way!!). Nicely timed, to get the 'legs akimbo' poses.

Michael S
Posted by Dave Thomas on November 3, 2006 at 8:29 AM
Lovely shot Larry. The browns work well on the grey background. You must be well chuffed with this one! :toast:
Posted by David Taylor on November 3, 2006 at 9:56 AM
Well worth the wait! Excellent well timed shot. Congratulations.
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Posted by Paul Williams on November 3, 2006 at 2:36 PM
Looks like they are in a bit of a flap (even I groaned!). It's a really nice shot, great timing and excellent composition.
Posted by David Kjaer on November 3, 2006 at 3:02 PM
Love their poses and to get the pair both sharp is a real bonus!

David :toast:
Posted by Dave Courtenay on November 3, 2006 at 3:03 PM
Nice :toast: