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~ Laughing Kookaburra ~
Photo Information
Copyright: Radim Spitzer (jammer79) Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 11 W: 0 N: 13] (128)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2005
Categories: Birds
Camera: Canon 350D / Digital Rebel XT, Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM, Hoya HMC Cir. Polarizer - 77mm
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/80 seconds
Details: Tripod: Yes
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-06-07 10:26
Viewed: 1107
Points: 24
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Laughing kookaburras were introduced to WA in 1897 from the eastern States and now live here successfully. The birds are the largest members of the kingfisher family and can live up to 20 years. They laugh to advertise the boundaries of their territory, then wait to hear the replies of neighbouring groups.
The bird inhabits woodlands, open forests and suburban areas which have adequate shelter and food.
The laughing kookaburra hunts snakes, lizards, small birds and rodents but consumes mainly insects. The bird forms permanent pairs, which nest from September to January in a flat-floored cavity within a tree trunk or branch. The two or three eggs hatch 24 hours apart. The young fledge in 36 days, and are then cared for and fed for a further eight to 13 weeks. The young are not forced to leave their parents' territory on reaching maturity, but stay on in the subordinate role of non-breeders (only the senior pair breeds). These "auxilliaries", as they are known, defend territorial boundaries, rear and protect offspring, and occupy areas that would otherwise be taken over by breeders. This form of social system is widespread among Australian birds and contributes to their high breeding success.
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I think you did an excellent work,and your frameworks is my all time favorite...
Good detail on the eye and plumage...a little noise, but sometimes noise is good and oe on the white over the head...:)nevertheless it is a great shot....

One of my fave of our native birds.. this portrait is wonderful.. love the close framing.. and detail
TFS :)

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  • aido Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 1044 W: 156 N: 1218] (4046)
  • [2006-06-07 11:57]

Hi Radim,
Beautiful portrait. Excellent detail and soft colours, great natural light, perfect DOF and nice framing too, great shot!
Regards,
Adrian

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  • HELO Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 106 W: 10 N: 58] (352)
  • [2006-06-07 12:36]

bonjour Radim
très belle photo
c'est un très belle animal
avec de belles couleurs et de bons détails
bravo cette photo est vraimennt belle
heloise

This is really nice Radim, the POV is probably how I would of done it myself. The exposure is perfect so that both colors and details are excellent. :)

so great pictures;-))

It is great to see and learn about birds in other countries and this one is so detailed and well explained thank you for sharing.

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  • Zeno Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 451 W: 0 N: 975] (8383)
  • [2006-06-07 15:44]

Hi radim,

This is an interesting bird. Sharp details and natural colors.
TFS.

regards,
Zeno.

Hi Radim

A lovely shot of the Kookaburra. The BG is a bit noisy, but is clear where it counts. Nice light and excellent POV. Very nice work. Thanks.

hi
tres bon portrait avec tout de même un peu de bruit qu'il aurait été bon de suprimer.
laurent

Hi Radim,

Excellent portrait.
Details, sharp, framing, POV and DOF are perfect. Very well done!

TFS :-)
Norbert

Hi Radim, Beautiful clear and sharp. The clarity and colours are perfect. A goal to work towards. TFS. Murray.

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