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Yellowstone Coyote


Yellowstone Coyote
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Copyright: The dude who loves Frogs (AnimalExplorer) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1019 W: 9 N: 2202] (8288)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-02
Categories: Mammals
Camera: Nikon D200, NIKKOR 200-400mm 1:4G AF-S VR
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): BEST OF: Coyotes, Dingo's, & Wolves 1, Mammals of the USA, Mammal [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-04-08 12:42
Viewed: 1183
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 70
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Coyote
Canis latrans


These pretty canines are usually difficult to approach outside of parks, but being at Yellowstone I think it definitely has given me the advantage, with so many tourist going through the park it's no wonder they seem more approachable. I had one run by me that was only about 6-8 ft. compared to ones that are outside of parks that's a very close encounter. I have been around individuals that would only let you get as close as 100 yards and then they take off like a bat out of hell, and they keep on running with an occassional glance back.

I have noticed that coyotes pelage density has a gradual change, individual species from the south(Thinnest)to individual species to the north(Thickest) which would make sense due to the climate differences. In my opinion the indivuals in the mid-range have the most beautiful pelage of all ranges.

I stationed myself at the bottom of a hillside with half my body wedged in the snow, I sat there as he approached, he didn't seem to mind my presence at all as he was looking for voles to snack on. Occasionally he would glance up at me, probably making sure I wasn't a threat and then the coyote would go about its business.






Paul Bratescu Copyright 2007 All rights reserved

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  • SelenE Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2301 W: 59 N: 3645] (11684)
  • [2007-04-08 12:46]

Hi Paul,
Wow, what a great capture! The pose, composition and the exposure control is very good. Bravo and TFS
Selen

Very nice shot with great sharpness! Fine composition and exposure.

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  • milas Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 200 W: 0 N: 10] (173)
  • [2007-04-08 13:18]

Hi Paul,
Wow, what a great capture...selamlar

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  • carmia Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 221 W: 2 N: 119] (1879)
  • [2007-04-08 13:36]

Excelent shot, a great picture and color , congratulations!! Carme.

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  • clnaef Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 745 W: 58 N: 606] (6241)
  • [2007-04-08 14:02]

Bonjour,
Joli cadrage. Bel animal.
Bonne journée.
clnaef

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  • iris Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 361 W: 39 N: 664] (2071)
  • [2007-04-08 14:15]

Hello Paul,
A brilliant capture, well timed and details.
the notes 'e useful too.

Hello Paul,

Excellent exposure on this fellow! Perfect eye contact and POV. Great detail and sharpness, very well composed. Thanks so much for sharing!

Ange

Hi Paul, this is a picture we would find on the back of postcards. Looks picture perfect.

Good work, regards, Kiran

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1658 W: 8 N: 4248] (13845)
  • [2007-04-08 14:56]

Hi Paul,

He is beautiful! You captured him perfectly in a wonderful pose and in a beautiful setting. What a face!

Jane

Hi Paul,
Good wildlife shot.
Excellent compo.
TFS
Annick

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  • delic Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 530 W: 6 N: 340] (936)
  • [2007-04-08 15:55]

Hi Paul,
I love the wonderful hues on the coyote, and that engaging look. Exposure and focus are top-notch. Excellent job! Regards,
Hakan

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  • Fisher Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1540 W: 309 N: 2234] (8915)
  • [2007-04-08 16:01]

Hi Paul,

Beautiful late day lighting on the coyote. Excellent shot, a beauty.

Mike

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  • arfer Gold Star Critiquer [C: 2731 W: 0 N: 0] (0)
  • [2007-04-08 20:56]

Hello Paul

A beautiful capture of this coyote.I really like how the tones in it's fur match the surrounding grasses.Very nicely composed with good focus and sharp details.The eye contact is well done.TFS

Rob

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  • Adanac Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1031 W: 1 N: 3945] (13272)
  • [2007-04-08 21:59]

Hi Paul,
Simply marvelous composition with outstanding camera work, giving us the feeling of being there with you, thanks Paul.
Rick

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3398 W: 144 N: 5764] (17088)
  • [2007-04-08 22:09]

Hi Paul, yes, these coyotes are attractive. He certainly isn't threatened by you. Well composed picture, and you show him so nice and sharp. Colours and whites are spot on too. TFS
Janice

Hi Paul

What a magnificent looking animal. Love the eye contact here. The management of the white is spot on. Lovely to view. Congrats! :-)

Hi Paul,
This is a WOW shot. Love the eye contact and excellent detail. Looks almost 3D on my monitor. Perfect exposure and white balance.
Thanks
Paul

Hello Paul,
This is a fantastic animal that you captured with great skill, wow! I love this eye contact, details and tones of colors. I had the chance to see one which was the same color than this one once but it was at about 900 meters from me so you can imagine the picture result. They are superb animals.
Claudine

Hello Paul,
This is a wonderful picture. I get scare with that sharp eyes. Great pov and composition. TFS.
JC

Very nice coyote shot. Amazing sharpness. Good suroundings.

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  • Debz Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 582 W: 0 N: 866] (3283)
  • [2007-04-09 14:11]

Wow, you realy know how to take a beautifull photograph. You were helped by having an extemely beautifull model! I don't think I have ever seen a more beautiful photo of a Wolf. As you say, a very pretty one. Your knowledge of photography has elevated you with, or above, the best of wildlife photographers. The ears and tail interest me, I would love to see the cubs, they have to be an amazing sight. I would not dare to comment on the technical aspects of this photo. I would say this is a very beautiful work of art.
tfs
debz

Excelente enfoque y buena combinación de los colores blanco y marrones. Elegante conjunto. Buena expresión del animal.

Saludos: J. Ignasi

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  • PeterZ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1077 W: 59 N: 2192] (7279)
  • [2007-04-09 16:12]

Hello Paul,
Excellent photo. Great sharpness with beautiful details. Nice composition. The snow in the background makes the setting complete.
Regards,
Peter

Very good picture, the details are great and the eye connection between the the viewer and the Coyote is very good.

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  • jossim Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1676 W: 5 N: 2144] (11860)
  • [2007-04-09 17:56]

WoW!

Superbe prise de coyote,les détails sont parfaits et le regard est perçant.
Merci Paul.
Joseph

Wonderful pose and expression, great capture....nice looking cayote :)
Well done....
Cecilia

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  • naki Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 421 W: 27 N: 783] (2688)
  • [2007-04-10 3:20]

Hi Paul;
This is a very good capture of the coyote. I loved the eye contact with the camera and well done exposure of snow.
Thanks for sharing.

Fine portrait of this beautiful animal. Overall a very nice posting
Achim

Hi paul, this photo is stunningly well done. Very nice capture of the Coyote. Very detailed, good handling of the exposure, nice compo...it has it all. Very well seen and taken. TFS Lyndon

hi paul!
beautiful animal!
fine capture with good
sharpness and nice pov!
great work!

Oh boy! You really nailed this one. Was this also in the Lamar Valley? He is beautiful. I am so jealous. Where do you stay when you go to Yellowstone in February? Beautiful work! Thanks for sharing.

Evelynn : )

Hi, Paul.
Nice shot. Good exposure and composition with straight eye contact.

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  • EOSF1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1286 W: 104 N: 4534] (20213)
  • [2007-04-13 14:35]

Excellent capture Paul, wow, very intense look in it's eyes. You made a very good exposure with this very white background, great stuff !! Thanks !

Mario

Hi Paul,
Nice fellow ypu caught here. It's maybe easier in Yellowstone, but it's still a wild animal.
Nice shot
Guy

Hi Paul,
Gee wiz, I found another one!
Nothing not to like about this Fantastic image..It's in stare-you-down mode. Cool. The animals true character is clearly demonstrated here :)
Lovely work mf.
Howard

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