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I give up!
Doc Duck

I give up! (Meleagris gallopavo)

Here's that same big guy (see the loose feather?). Not so big after all once he starts to "deflate". I guess blowing yourself up big can wear you out, eh?
Habitat
meadow near houses and woods
Location
Sea Ranch, CA
Date taken
06 Mar 2016
Scientific name
Meleagris gallopavo
Equipment used
fz200 +2.2
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Three absolutely beautiful image of these Turkeys Ann. Nicely captured girl.
 
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Crikey Ann... what wonderful feather detail you've got there!!! He still looks huge, even if he is 'deflating' LOL.

A super picture this lassie - very well done.
 
Should be taken off Thanks Giving dinner and Christmas feasts-far too beautiful a bird-magnificent close-up,Doc.Love those subtle colours.tfs
 
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This is on eye-popping Turkey Doc. Awesome colors, focus, dof, lighting, feather detail, and setting. Spectacular!!!
 
Spectacular capture of this colorful one, never knew they do that, thanks for sharing.
 

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