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sometimes they hover
ammadoux

sometimes they hover (Hedydipna metallica)

and this time i decided to click instead of standing stunned like an idiot.

i just wish it was a tad little more sharp.

thanks for viewing.
Location
Garden
Date taken
18/04/2016
Scientific name
Hedydipna metallica
Equipment used
Nikon D7200 + Nikkor 200-500 mm on a tripod, ISO 500 1/1000 sec
Excellent colours, behaviour, detail, and timing, Doux (Sometimes I pull the camera away instead of releasing the shutter... no idea why I do it, sort of makes me jump ;) )
 
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And sometimes someone captures it beautifully. This is pure awesome girl friend. Just beautiful Duha.
 
This is just stunning! I can't believe you think it could be better. Great job of stopping the wings-I like some blur so you can see the movement. Well done on this gorgeous bird.

Vicki
 
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WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That is what I said when I opened this picture up Doux!!!! It's quite stunning.

A beautiful bird and a beautiful setting.... and great action too.

Very well done my friend - you've excelled yourself lassie.
 
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Oh my goodness Doux!!! This leaves me breathless. Spectacular bird and photo my friend!!!!!!!
 

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Middle-East
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