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Oystercatcher
There use to be a few of them at Te Awanga beach, but now so many humans and motorcycles and they appear to have abandoned the area.
Habitat
Beach
Location
Te Awanga, New Zealand
Date taken
16 April 2009
Scientific name
Haematopus unicolor
Equipment used
Canon 50D + Canon zoom lens 100-400
Supporter
Wow Dick! The feather detail and feather sheen are pure awesome in this beautiful closeup.

Beautifully captured buddy.
 
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Opus Editor
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LOL Dick, I thought he had a mighty big egg at first!!!

A super picture you've taken of this oyc, with some great detail. Such a shame they've deserted that beach now.
 
Top grade shot Dick , a jewel in your gallery and really a masterpiece sharp and clear close up my friend , lovely bird and pose , very beautiful setting , many TFS ;)

mo
 

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New Zealand, Southern Oceans, Antarctica
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