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Coot/Fulica atra


Coot/Fulica atra
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Copyright: nasos kountourakis (nasokoun) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 724 W: 0 N: 1073] (3765)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-05-09
Categories: Birds
Camera: Nikon D300, Nikkor 300mm f/4D IF-ED-Nikon TC14EII
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/800 seconds
Details: Tripod: Yes
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-05-25 23:48
Viewed: 400
Points: 38
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Coot/Fulica atra,in the Greek spoken language falaritha
information from:**previus photo**
The Coot is much less secretive than most of the rail family, and can be seen swimming on open water or walking across waterside grasslands. It is an aggressive species, and strongly territorial during the breeding season, and both parents are involved in territorial defence.During the non-breeding season they may form large flocks, possibly related to predator avoidance.
It is reluctant to fly and when taking off runs across the water surface with much splashing. They do the same, but without actually flying, when travelling a short distance at speed in territorial disputes. As with many rails, its weak flight does not inspire confidence, but on migration, usually at night, it can cover surprisingly large distances. It bobs its head as it swims, and makes short dives from a little jump.

This photo is from the environmental park Tritsi in Athens,
it constitutes one from the last shelters of wild life in the urban environment of Athens.

thank you for your visit in my collection

have a nice day

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Hello Nasos !
I have always found it hard to captue these birds, they are so shy (at least in my country :-) but you have done brilliantly with this picture. I love the sharp details, the natural colos, the pose of the Coot, the reflection on the water, the composition, the POV. Everything is just fine. Very well done !
Valérie.

Γειά σου Νάσο,
εξαιρετική η φαλαρίδα σου, με μεγάλη ευκρίνεια και πολύ ωραίο φώς ιδιαίτερα στο πτέρωμα.Το converter δεν δείχνει να επιρεάζει αρνητικά την απόδοση του φακού.
Χαιρετώ,καλή συνέχεια,
Νίκος.

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  • efsus Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 434 W: 10 N: 724] (3166)
  • [2009-05-26 0:54]

Νάσος Χαίρετε!
Τι όμορφο πουλί! Ο προβληματισμός στο νερό, και με όλες τις λεπτομέρειες, μια πολύ επιτυχημένη επιχείρηση. Συγχαρητήρια.

Hüseyin

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  • zetu Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 643 W: 15 N: 1561] (6085)
  • [2009-05-26 1:42]

Hello Nasos
Wonderful shot, I like details and colors.
Regards
Razvan

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1297 W: 0 N: 2467] (8757)
  • [2009-05-26 3:23]

Hi Nasos,
lovely black coot in such a pretty reflection. The red eye is so outstanding.
nicely presented.

regards,
Foozi

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  • Argus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3748 W: 186 N: 11161] (34473)
  • [2009-05-26 6:38]

Hello Nasos,
It is not easy for me to get so close to a Coot as to be able to take a fine frame-filling shot like this. The sharpness and light management are excellent and the slightlight open bill on the surface of the water adds interest to this image.
Thanks and best regards,
Ivan

hello Nasos
great shot with good details and good sharpness
greeting lou

Yasu Nasos,
Very sweet little exposure ...
Light use, details and colors splendid.
Best wishes,
Seyfi

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  • Alex99 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3551 W: 143 N: 5621] (18399)
  • [2009-05-26 11:19]

Hi Nasos.
What a clear and nice shot of a beautiful bird. We have this species too and I have many shots of it. Yours is perfect, with amazing reproduction of black plumage and attractive water surface. Excellent lights and exposure of the image. Well done and TFS.
Alexei.

Ciao Nasos, great capture of lovely fulica, beautiful reflections, good details and excelllent sharpness, very well done, ciao Silvio

hello Nasos

beautiful photo of the Coot shot at the best moment
with fine POV to get that pose with his reflection
on the water, the beak touching the reflected beak,
sharpness and details are excellent, TFS

Asbed

Hello Nasos,
a very beautiful portrait od the Coot, i like the lovely posture with the splendid reflection on the water, very good sharpness and beautiful natural colours, very well composed.
TFS
Best regards
Maurizio

A superb shot, Nasos!
Perfect pOV, pose and timing!
Goldy

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  • MMM Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 927 W: 0 N: 1965] (8837)
  • [2009-05-27 6:12]

Hi Nasos
Nice presentation of a specie I had never seen before.Nice reflextion in the water and I also like the red eye.
TFS Michel

Hello Nasos,

Great photo.
Wonderful colours with fantastic definition.
Lighting and composition are splendid.
Good notes.

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1930 W: 6 N: 5388] (19222)
  • [2009-05-27 14:48]

Hi Nasos,a very perfect capture,the reflection is fantastic! This bird is too lucky that mine from Egypt..ehehe..the water seem clean...ahahah!My best compliments,have a nice day,LUCIANO.

Yasu File Nasos,
Awesome capture of this cute coot with excellent details, nice POV/DOF and fine composition.
TFS and cheers,
Bayram

Hello Nasos
you have taken a great shot of this coot, the details are stunning
beautiful lighing, the colors looks very natural
i like thepose with the beak in the water and i like also the reflection in the water
have a good night
Jacqueline

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  • briGG Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 171 W: 2 N: 272] (1383)
  • [2009-05-29 11:45]

Hello Nasos,

Wonderful shot, I like the subject and sharpness.
Regards, TFS

brigitte

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