Thirsty

Gallery: AvianPosted November 16, 201568 views5 comments

It was very hot in Botswana around the low 40's centigrade.
This Tawny Eagle is enjoying a drink from one of the many waterways in the Khwai Conservancy.
EOS 1DX
200-400 mm F4 at 500mm
F7.1
ISO 400
1/2000

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5 comments

Comment posted by John Robinson on November 16, 2015 at 7:28 AM

Great pool stuff Ken Doubt if I'll get one of these at my puddle !!
John

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Comment posted by Hans Overduin on November 16, 2015 at 8:03 AM

Nice image ! I never seen these large raptors drink, so great that you caught it ! Cheers, Hans

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Comment posted by Jerry Marella on November 16, 2015 at 4:49 PM

Like the comp and the water splash, Ken. The angle of the birds neck really adds to the interest. Great timing!

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Comment posted by Ken Watkins on November 17, 2015 at 9:43 AM

Thanks everybody much appreciated.
John,
I would like some of your beautiful pool birds sad

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on November 17, 2015 at 11:58 AM

I'm surprised it wasn't bathign at those temperatures, Ken. Neat shot and a great job keepting detail in the shadows.

devil

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