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White Stork
Pappa Smurf

White Stork (Ciconia ciconia)

White stork - I think it liked me. Hi all have been doing a bit of traveling and other things for a while. I once again visited Sir John Kingshot in France who was again most gracious in his hospitality and sharing his knowledge. He kindly took us (wifey and I) around the Gironde, which he knows like the back of his foot, and is a magnificent place for bird life. (The gironde not his foot)
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Habitat
White Storks rely on an a habitat of open country, in general, wetlands, occasionally flooded river plains, extensively farmed meadows and pastures or water meadows. Originally the White Storks built their nests in old trees and rocks, today its more dom
Location
France
Date taken
2016
Scientific name
Ciconia ciconia
Equipment used
Canon
K
Great photo Keith and thank you for your kind words, I look forward to seeing you all again next year, you are most welcome.
 
aloktewari
Opus Editor
Supporter
This is brilliant, Keith ... awesome timing ...
Tfs three fabulous images ...
 
KC Foggin
Supporter
God! I wish I was that flexible. What a fantastic moment to capture Keith and captured brilliantly.
 
S K Gudi
WOW, what a poser!! Super way to announce your return with this stunner; Keith!! tfs & welcome back.
 
peterday
Opus Editor
What an amazing position! Showing off? Great shot Keith and welcome back.
 

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