"White-naped Crane"

© Jeffrey R. Bange

"White-naped Crane"

Uploaded: April 28, 2011 20:21:50

Description

Proud parents to be displaying their courting ritual.

This now rare species has long influenced the cultures of eastern Asia. Renowned for its grace and beauty, it is also a symbol of longevity because of its long lifespan.

Like most cranes, the white-nape's survival is threatened by loss of habitat. Only around 6,500 remain in the wild.

Shutter Speed: 1/1000
Aperture: f/6.3
Focal Length: 145mm
ISO Speed: 650

Exif: F Number: 6.3, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 640, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 145.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D

Comments

Jack Gaskin April 30, 2011

A NAT. GEO. MOMENT for sure..
Had a good time yesterday.
Maybe in the next couple of weeks we bring the LUNCH & PLENTY OF ICE WATER and camp out at the CONGO till the Sun is best for the Tigers. ( also windex & paper towels )
Was Happy w/a few of the captures yesterday....

ENJOY THE WEEKEND
Jack #1373436

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict May 18, 2011

Looks like a winner to me, Jeffrey!

Congrats on this splendid finalist!
Debby #9411169

Jack Gaskin May 18, 2011

SEE IT ONLY TAKES A LITTLE SEXUAL OVERTONE TO GET PICKED !!!!

Congrats I told you a NAT GEO MOMENT !!!

Zoo MAYBE NEXT WEEK !!!!! ;0) #9411384

Graeme yew Chow May 18, 2011

It was a moment of love. congratulations Jeffrey!. May I know where have you taken, which country and place. #9412188

Merna L. Nobile May 19, 2011

It is with great pleasure that I offer my congratulations on your award for the month of April. Merna


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Jeffrey R. Bange May 19, 2011

Thank you Jack, Graeme, Sabrina and Merna for your kind comments as I truly appreciate each one of them. #9416019

Lori Carlson June 18, 2011

This is a real special shot, Jeffrey! Congrats to you! =) #9467280

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic October 31, 2011

Outstanding photo, Jeffrey!
The pose captured is wonderful, and the presence of eggs is the icing on the cake!
Congratulations on your finalist!
~♥~Lisa #9773769

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