Pygoscelis papua

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Pygoscelis papua
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Copyright: Ferran J Lloret (ferranjlloret) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 75 W: 57 N: 315] (1299)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-12
Categories: Birds
Camera: Canon EOS 40 D, Canon EF 100-400 mm F4.5-5.6L IS USM
Exposure: f/8, 1/1000 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Birds of Antarctica, Penguins [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-03-30 14:11
Viewed: 481
Points: 6
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The Gentoo Penguin, Pygoscelis papua, is easily recognised by the wide white stripe extending like a bonnet across the top of its head. Chicks have grey backs with white fronts. Adult Gentoos reach a height of 75 to 90 cm (30-36 in), making them the largest penguins outside of the two giant species, the Emperor Penguin and the King Penguin. They are the fastest underwater swimming penguins, reaching speeds of 36 km/h.

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This photo is taken in Cuverville island, Antarctica continent. Original format.
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Hi Ferran,

Very good capture of Gentoo Penguin in nest. Good composition, colours and sharp details.

TFS

Pekka

  • Great 
  • dejo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 355 W: 54 N: 476] (2048)
  • [2008-03-30 16:36]

Hello Ferran,
beautiful pic!
great pose captured, nice details!
Dejan

Hi Ferran

Good shot of the Gentoo
Great POV
Good sharpness and composition.

Chris

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