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Clarence the cross eyed Lion


Clarence the cross eyed Lion
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Copyright: Alan Turvey (liquidsunshine) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1889 W: 112 N: 3371] (11494)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-06-25
Categories: Mammals
Camera: Canon EOS 20D, Sigma 50-500mm f/4-6.3 EX APO RF, Hoya skylight (1B)
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/200 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Date Submitted: 2006-08-05 13:28
Viewed: 1694
Points: 52
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Today I was like a child at Christmas.....The FOOTIE season has started......unfortunately we only managed a 1-1 bore draw, but footie.....every week for the next nine months......pure bliss.

This African Lion Cub is one of four at Whipsnade.

BEHAVIOR:
Live in social groups called "prides," which generally consist of 4 -12 related adult females, their offspring and 1 - 6 adult males. Members may be scattered in several groups within a pride's range in groups called "companionships" or "sub prides." Females do most of the hunting. Females and young eat first, followed by males. Hunting may be night or day.

ADAPTATION:
Color blends with habitat. The lion is a typical cat in overall structural adaptations. Extra heavy bone in skull and limbs coupled with team hunting allows the taking of extremely large prey.

BREEDING & GROWTH:
Females can breed several times a year. However, an adult female will produce her next litter when her cubs are about 2 years old. If the entire litter dies, she will mate again soon after death of the last cub. Cubs very small at birth - less than 1% of adult weight. Cubs suckle to about 6 months, but start eating meat at about 3 months of age.

STATUS: The lion is the only "big cat" (the roaring cats) not endangered at this time.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Females rear their young together and will suckle cubs other than their own. Like many cats, lionesses head-butt in greeting

Notes from www.chaffeezoo.org

Thanks for looking, have a great weekend.

Model: Canon EOS 20D
Exposure Time: 1/200 sec
F-Stop: f/5.6
ISO Speed Ratings: 100
Focal Length: 313/1 mm
Metering Mode: Pattern
Exposure compensation: -0.3
Support: Handheld. Lens was against glass screen of viewing area, with hood removed.
Raw image processed with RAWshooter premium, framed and minor adjustments made using Photoshop CS.

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  • aido Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 1044 W: 156 N: 1218] (4046)
  • [2006-08-05 13:35]

Hi Alan,
Ha-ha, Daktari, I remember that :-) Nice shot here, he looks a playful little thing. Lovely detail, it's nice to be able to see him so close and clear. I think the contrast is a little out though, a slight levels adjustment would fix that.
Cheers,
Adrian

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  • carper Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2009 W: 122 N: 2581] (8424)
  • [2006-08-05 13:37]

Fine shot Alan,
vey nice that little one, good shot, good in pov, good details and very nice to see it, very good job.
gr. jaap

Hi Alan,
it's such a cute baby, I like those small cats - even when they are much bigger than my own cat ;-) A lovely shot, thanks
Sabine - wishnugaruda

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  • Scott Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 224 W: 0 N: 316] (1540)
  • [2006-08-05 13:49]
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Alan,

What team?, I watch the EPL form the states.

Cute lion cub.

Scott

Hi Alan, this is a picture with cute factor!
I like it very much. Excellent sharpness, details, natural colours and great POV. Excellent composition and note too. This is a wonderful presentation. Thank you for posting my friend. Have a great weekend.
Gr.
Heinz

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  • SkyF Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2233 W: 188 N: 1929] (8127)
  • [2006-08-05 14:17]

Hello Alan,
beautiful shot of this lions cub. Great curious look on its face. Very nice POV, sharpness and colors. Lovely composition.
Sky

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  • mrcrow Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 428 W: 114 N: 193] (3002)
  • [2006-08-05 14:23]

cute...just a touch more contrast and 'bite'..:) for me please
cheers
geof

Nice and very cute 'kitten' you caught :)
Very good pose and very good quality, I think that a little bit more contrast will be better.

Hi there:)

he is gorgeous.. like a little kid. Love his HUGE paws..

TFS
Elize

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  • takos1 Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 264 W: 25 N: 206] (2599)
  • [2006-08-05 16:18]

Delizioso questo cucciolo di leone Alan!
Dettagli preziosi e ottima composizione, mi piace molto!

Grazie.
Franco

Hi Alan,
Well done on the composition and details.
Excellent shot..Heeee's a cutie :)
Well done!

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  • Hil Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 705 W: 13 N: 1405] (5027)
  • [2006-08-05 18:43]

Hi Alan

Lovely shot of this cute little cub, he does look at bit cross eyed. Nice Close up with lovely natural colours. I remember Daktari too.

TFS Hilary
PS we won 1 - 0

Hi Alan,
Cutness factor is very high! Exposure is spot on. Beautiful subtle color and sharp detail. Nice shot!
Scott

Hi Alan

How could anyone forget that lovable cross-eye lion and Judy the chimp. This wee babe has a roguish expression. Looks like there is gonna be some serious play fun coming up! Nicely captured, and thanks for the old childhood memories of Daktari. :-)

What a cute little baby! Great POV, I always love the pics you capture from Whipsnade. Well done, my friend, I've had several beers too many as I write this so will probably regret tomorrow (but I'm off to take a Berrocca as we speak, LOL!) My new nanny is English, I'll tell you loads about her shortly (she's in London right now!).

Alli

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  • TAZ Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2241 W: 47 N: 3167] (10926)
  • [2006-08-06 3:51]

What a cute baby that you show us in this shot of great quality ! Its expression is so nice. Congratulations Alan and TFS.

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  • horia Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2173 W: 220 N: 4384] (14904)
  • [2006-08-06 3:53]

Very cute little cub here, Alan!
He look adorable!

Great POV, nice details and colors, very good framing and composition.

Bravo and TFS
Horia

Hi Alan,
Sweet photo :-)
Excellent composition, colors and details.
Well done and good job!
TFS Malgosia

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3315 W: 148 N: 6113] (18648)
  • [2006-08-06 5:27]

Cute baby Alan, and I remember the tv program. Amazing what held our interest back then!!
Well shown, TFS
Janice

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  • RAP Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2524 W: 345 N: 2373] (7405)
  • [2006-08-06 7:46]

Primorosa imagen Alan de este bello cachorro.
Gran POV y oportunismo para captar el momento con buena nitidez y colorido natural.
Felicitaciones y saludos... Ricardo

Exquisite image Alan of this beautiful kitten.
Great POV and opportunism to capture the moment with good clarity and natural coloring.
Congratulations and greetings... Ricardo

Oops... :) tomorrow

Hi Alan,
Great shot of this sweet little fellow! I like POV and composition with the yellow flower and herb, he looks like being in the wild! A little more contrast would be nice I think... Well done and TFS,
Claudine

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 727 W: 98 N: 1694] (5406)
  • [2006-08-07 3:53]

Hmmm -- is your delightful little feline chasing a football or a football player?
Impressive sharpness in a moving subject, lovely mute colours and superb composition
TFS
Silke

Cuter than a button Alan! these cub shots are fantastic and always a pleasure to view them. Perfect exposure creating nice details and colors. :)

Hi Alan !
This little lion is so cute, it looks so playful, remindsme of my little kitten - except that my kitten are much smaller ! :-) Excellent details, beautiful soft colors, wonderful composition, POV and BG. Very well done !
Valérie.

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  • dew77 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4774 W: 294 N: 4020] (13209)
  • [2006-08-08 15:59]

Hello Alan,
Very nice capture.POV,colors,details,sharpness,pose of cub and composition are wonderful.
TFS...:-)

Hi Alan,
This is a good compo.
Nice portrait of this kitten...
Good work!
TFS
Annick

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