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Coot in the shade
Doc Duck

Coot in the shade (Fulica americana)

I tried lightening up his black head, which sort of worked. With a lot of lightening I could bring out his eye and more plumage detail, but then he looked quite washed out so I decided to stay with him quite dark. Even though that hides his eye, I'm hoping the striking water patterns compensate.
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Habitat
urban park with lake
Location
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco CA
Date taken
01 Mar 2016
Scientific name
Fulica americana
Equipment used
fz200 +2.2
KC Foggin
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A beautiful closeup of this Coot surrounded by that lovely blue water. Well captured girl.
 
delia todd
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The water is a lovely colour Ann.

A super picture you've taken of this Coot - very well done lassie.
 
Mohamad Kamrani
Lovely shot Ann , nice colors and lovely bird , tfs my friend ;)
And many thanks for all of your very kind comments on my shots ;)

mo
 
Jaysan
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Great shot. The ones with black or dark shade around the eye are the most difficult :)
 
KC Foggin
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A lovely top view of this beautiful Coot in that swirly blue water
 

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