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Lionesss II


Lionesss II
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Copyright: Ferran J Lloret (ferranjlloret) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 499 W: 57 N: 1348] (4742)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-08
Categories: Mammals
Camera: Canon EOS 30 D, Canon EF 100-400 mm F4.5-5.6L IS USM
Exposure: f/6.3, 1/400 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Travelogue: Tanzania
Date Submitted: 2009-10-02 10:39
Viewed: 328
Points: 28
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Panthera leo

A species population reduction of approximately 30% is suspected over the past two decades (= approximately three lion generations). The causes of this reduction (primarily indiscriminate killing in defense of life and livestock, coupled with prey base depletion: Bauer 2008), are unlikely to have ceased. This suspected reduction is based on direct observation; appropriate indices of abundance; a decline in area of occupation, extent of occupation and habitat quality; and actual and potential levels of exploitation.

Lions are found in most countries in sub-Saharan Africa. In 2005-2006 the Wildlife Conservation Society and the IUCN SSC Cat Specialist Group undertook an extensive collaborative exercise to map and assess current lion range in sub-Saharan Africa (IUCN 2006a,b; Bauer 2008). Extent of occurrence is estimated at over 4.5 million km², 22% of historical range. Most lion range is in eastern and southern Africa (77%). Current lion status is still unknown over large parts of Africa, 7.6 million km².

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Other Panthera leo, the Lioness mama

Other Panthera leo, the Small lions

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This photo is taken in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Tanzania. Original format.
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  • Arjun Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 358 W: 7 N: 1109] (5398)
  • [2009-10-02 10:41]

hi ferran,

beautiful picture.. had seen such pics only in NGC :)

I'm longing to visit AFRICA

TFS

Hi Ferran,

Amazing capture of this magnificent nd also fine looking huge cat from nice frontal POV with great DOF, perfect focussing and composition.
TFS and have a nice WE!
Cheers,

Bayram

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  • roges Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 595 W: 0 N: 507] (3040)
  • [2009-10-02 11:13]

Hi Ferran,

Splendid image. Very dangerous catch you. Splendid colors.
Have a nice weekend,
Adrian

Hello Ferran,

A great capture of this Lioness in the wild preserve with beautiful coloration, sharpness & stealth details.

Very nice POV, pose & BG.

Well done & TFS.

Best wishes

Umar

Hola Ferran,
uno splendido ritratto di questa leonessa dallo sguardo intenso, eccellente il punto di ripresa basso e frontale, molto bella la composizione che evidenzia bene il dinamismo dell'azione di avanzamento dell'animale in un meraviglioso contesto naturale.
Gazie e complimenti
Buon fine di settimana
Ciao Maurizio

Ferran
From Europe to Africa. What are you doing there??? Africa is no longer safe for anyone specially the wildlife. Indiscriminate killing of both humans and or animals. We need to blame ourselves.... lack of education...extremes of wealth & poverty are to blame, mostly.
Lovely image. Very well presented.
EXCELLENT CLARITY inspite of the harsh sunlight; great control of contrasts too.
Regards with friendly greetings from Mario in COLD COLD Canada.

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  • Argus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3808 W: 190 N: 11328] (34927)
  • [2009-10-02 22:07]

Hello Ferran,
The lighting, the almost frontal POV and sharpness contribute to a fine capture of an approaching lioness against a pleasing natural BG.
Thanks and have a good weekend,
Ivan

Hello Ferret,

a dangerous picture from this beautiful and king of the animals.
Good low pov and details.
Fine warm colours.

Gert

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  • PeterZ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2384 W: 94 N: 5493] (17500)
  • [2009-10-03 1:14]

Hello Ferran,
Very beautiful photo of this Lion in a great frontal POV. Beautiful warm colours. Excellent DOF an contrasting BG.
Regards,
Peter

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1339 W: 0 N: 2569] (9065)
  • [2009-10-03 3:31]

Hi Ferran,
this is very exciting. I thought it wanted to jumped onto you.
Excellent sharpness and the detailes are well seen. the features and gestures are very fascinating.
Well done.

regards,
Foozi

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  • anel Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1722 W: 0 N: 3901] (15676)
  • [2009-10-03 5:36]

Bonjour Ferran,
Oui, cette lionne a l'air de vouloir sortir de l'image. Tu l'as captée avec une expression extraordinaire et tu ne devais pas être trop loin.. Bon cadrage aussi.
Bravo pour cette photo vivante.
Une bonne fin de semaine
Anne

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  • tcr Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 76 W: 0 N: 224] (866)
  • [2009-10-03 15:29]

Olá Ferran.
Essa leoa parece não gostar muito de fotógrafos.
Ótimas cores, enquadramento, luz e nitidez.
Saudações.

Hello Ferran
wonderful capture of this lioness, she is running directly at you, it's very impressive
beautiful lighting, colors and great sharpness
Have a good night
Jacqueline

Hi Ferran,
Yes the population reduction is really sad and very real.Great POV and head on portrait of the lioness.Good exposure, nice sharpness and detail, well done.
erwin...

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