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Swift fox 719
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Swift fox 719

by John Tobias

Gallery: Weekly ChallengePosted January 19, 2016109 views3 comments
Taken several years ago at the North American Wildlife Center in Colorado, which is no longer in operation.  Several of these small foxes lived at the center, along with other native wildlife.

Taken with a Mamiyaflex 220.  No other data recorded.  Scan from transparency.

Comments

3 comments
Comment posted by John Launstein on January 19, 2016 at 11:42 PM
Well that's an elusive canine to add to your files, John! Very nice, natural portrait here...great use of flash (or at least it looks like one was used, but with perfect effect IMO). I still think I had one of these cross the road here in SW Alberta 5 years ago during a winter storm. Have looked in that area perhaps hundreds of times since to no avail. Special species for sure, and a great shot for your collection.
Registered on April 5, 2011, 223 Posts, 1193 Comments
Comment posted by Gary Minish on January 20, 2016 at 2:15 AM
A nice looking little fox, John.  Based on the color tones I'm guessing it was taken in low light.  A classic comp and a good exposure but it appears just a little soft.  Maybe a little extra sharpening to bring out the details in the fur would help.
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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on January 20, 2016 at 10:16 AM
You caught a fine pose here, John.  The larger view shows excellent detail in the fox.  Your scan looks good, with the fox showing much better in the larger view.
Registered on January 23, 2011, 1103 Posts, 17270 Comments