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Black and Red


Black and Red
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Copyright: Vivian Droog (viv) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 301 W: 3 N: 613] (3060)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-10-07
Categories: Birds
Camera: Konika Minolta Dynax 7D, Minolta AF 75-300
Exposure: f/6.7, 1/250 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-11-01 8:25
Viewed: 831
Points: 12
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When I was for the first time in the Krugerpark 2 years ago, I only saw this hornbill once and this time I have seen the ground hornbill severall times, they are great to see. I am amazed about the eyelashes.

Ref. Wikipedia:
The Southern Ground Hornbill, Bucorvus leadbeateri or cafer, is one of two species of ground-hornbill.

It is a large-sized bird, with length between 90 to 129 cm. It is characterized by black coloration and vivid red-coloured face and throat patches (yellow in juvenile birds). The white tips of the wings (primary feathers) seen in flight are another diagnostic characteristic. The beak is black, straight and presents a casque, more developed in males. Female Southern Ground Hornbills are smaller and present a blue stripe in the throat patches.

Its habitat comprises savannahs, woodlands and grasslands of north-east southern Africa. The Southern Ground Hornbill is a vulnerable species, mainly confined to national reserves and national parks. They live in groups of 5 to 10 individuals including adults and juveniles. Often, neighbouring groups are engaged in aerial pursuits. They forage on ground, where they feed on reptiles, frogs, snails, insects and small mammals. Juveniles are dependent of adults for 6 to 12 months.
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Someone mentioned in the Forum recently the bird pictures are much favoured over others on TN, Vivian. I suppose he has a point there; bird pictures are any day the most attractive of all, like this very grand portrait of the Hornbill you have posted today.
It is a well composed sharp and colourful picture.
Thanks for sharing it.

Hi Vivian,
A nice portrait. I like the side angle view and the composition. Nice sharpness and contrast. It's too bad he blinked though...
TFS
Mike

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  • pvs Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1127 W: 255 N: 2426] (11037)
  • [2006-11-01 11:23]

Hi viv,

Great capture of this beatifull bird,very sharp and detailed,the composition looks awesome,well done and TFS,

Paul

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  • RAP Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2524 W: 345 N: 2373] (7405)
  • [2006-11-01 16:51]

Una buena captura Vivian con adecuado foco y DOF, creando un fondo bien difuso.
Me gustan los tonos logrados con buenos detalles en el plumaje del ave.
Correcto encuadre también.
Gracias y saludos... Ricardo

Good capture Vivian with appropriate focus and DOF, creating a very diffuse bottom.
I like tones achieved with good details in the plumage of the bird.
Correct framing also.
Thank you and greetings... Ricardo

Hi Vivian

Very nice work. Love the composition. Good colours. Well done.

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  • RII Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 472 W: 0 N: 851] (2678)
  • [2006-11-07 2:08]

Hi, Vivian.
Very nice close up, good colors and details,excellent light and point of view,I like the composition

Saludos ....RICARDO.

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