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Sparkle
Doc Duck

Sparkle (Dapton capense)

I think that would be a good nickname for this particular individual. See how the white patches on his wings look like light sparkles reflecting off his wings from the water? Or ... maybe not. Not if you look too closely. That kind of spoils the magic. ;) Sorry. Maybe I'll call him "spoiler alert" instead then. And then I can focus on the water instead. The water was really beautiful that day |=)|
Habitat
ocean
Location
seas off Kaikoura, New Zealand
Date taken
12 Sep 2018
Scientific name
Dapton capense
Equipment used
D90, 80-400
a wonderful photo of this petrel, Ann!! gorgeous patterns and reflections in the water, top marks, many tfs!!!
 
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Gorgeous picture of this Petrel. Excellent stop-action, focus, colors, detail, and setting. Superb work Doc! TFS!
 

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New Zealand, Southern Oceans, Antarctica
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