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Giant Coot
Stanley Jones

Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea)

Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea) Cordillera Blanca, Huascaran National Park, Carpa Unit, Laguna Patochocha, southeast of Pachacoto, Ancash, Per at ca. 4,100 m elevation. River valley with bogs and puna grassland.
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Habitat
Laguna Patochocha; river valley with bogs and puna grassland at ca. 4,100 m elevation.
Location
Cordillera Blanca, Huascaran National Park, Carpa Unit, Laguna Patochocha, southeast of Pachacoto, Ancash, Per
Date taken
August 2017
Scientific name
Fulica gigantea
Equipment used
Canon
Chris G6 UXU
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Lovely detailed shot, setting and lighting Stanley, many tfs and a fine set today.
 
delia todd
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Goodness.... he does look huge, doesn't he Stanley.

You've a super picture of this guy - and quite a rarity for the Gallery too. Excellent work here my friend - very well done.
 
Kits
Looking very majestic and as though he owns the pond, Stanley!
 
Dabs
The Coot looks regal and full of confidence and authority, Stanley. You have captured the habitat beautifully.

Terrific shot!
 
S K Gudi
Wow, this guy is giant. Cracking bird, setting, details, colours & close up shot; Stanley!! tfs.
 

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Central & South America & Mexico
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