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Juvenile pukeko
They are starting to appear.
Habitat
Lagoon edge
Location
Te Awanga
Date taken
9 March 2010
Scientific name
Porphyrio melanotus
Equipment used
Canon 7D + Canon 100-400 zoom lens
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Opus Editor
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Seldom do I see an image of these guys at this stage. A real cutey Dick.
 
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Aaaaw.... he really looks very unsure of himself still LOL.

A super picture this Dick - very well done lad.
 
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Even as a very young bird they appear to have a formidable bill (lol). Awesome eye-level view of this fabulous young one Dick. I am pleased that they are having some reproductive success. Brilliant photo!!!!!
 
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Looks insecure ... and lovely ... wonderful expression and shot, Dick ... nice work ... tfs ...
 

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New Zealand, Southern Oceans, Antarctica
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