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His Majesty!
Steve G

His Majesty! (Torgos tracheliotus)

These large and powerful vultures dominate at a carcase and have bills strong enough to open up the toughest of hides.
Sadly African vultures are in trouble with some dramatic falls in population over large parts of their range.
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Habitat
Savannah
Location
Masai Mara, Kenya
Date taken
05/08/2011
Scientific name
Torgos tracheliotus
Equipment used
Canon 7D + 500mm IS lens + 1.4x TC
KC Foggin
Supporter
Okay, this wins the most "a face only a mother could love" over my Turkey Vultures ;)

What a beautiful closeup this is Steve. Gotta go check the scientific name cause it's not showing under Opus with the one you have.
 
L
His majesty indeed! What a dignified, regal face expressing all of Nature's wisdom! Plus, amazing photo quality in every respect! A tremendous subject and work!
 
KC Foggin
Supporter
Scientific name appears to be correct so I have raised the question in Opus about a page for this magnificent bird. Sit tight ;)
 
a.dancy
Excellent work here Steve...I sure hope the poulation recovers...I think other species depend on these?
 
Bird_Bill
Regal bearing for sure. Magnificent bird Steve. Thanks for posting, delight to see. Stupendous photograph and caption.
 
Macswede
A stunning close-up capture, Steve! You've really done this magnificent bird justice.
 
delia todd
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
What an ugly brute you found here Steve!

That's a terrific close-up - well done.

D
 

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