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Posted by Ina (Krugersdorp, South Africa) on 22 November 2007 in Animal & Insect and Portfolio.
Closeup of ostritch feet & feather
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@Alireza: Thank you Alireza!
@DaveB: Thanks Dave!
@Ras: Hi Ras! Maybe he liked my smile!! I was quite careful... their long necks can reach far and their beaks can cause you major damange... but it was worth the risk. Thanks for your visit!
Barbara from Florida, United States
OH WOW!...This is incredible. I enjoy the unique shots like these. For those of us that who may not know or have never seen the feet of an ostrich. They certainly make me think of an alien. I never saw one of those either. Interesting texture on the skin. Excellent Ina.
22 Nov 2007 1:25pm
@Barbara: Neither did I! But as soon as I catch one somewhere I will place it here! :-)) And you're right, that thought went through my head when I shot this photograph.... wonder how many people actually notice their feet, they are quite extraordinary! Thank B for the visit!
Nerise from Stellenbosch, South Africa
I like it!
The feather does it for me, and your compitition and sharpness are great
22 Nov 2007 2:24pm
@Nerise: Thanks Nerise!
Illuci from Hurdegaryp, Netherlands
Really feet to be scared of! I saw a docu on TV about an ostrich farm in the Netherlands: three city girls came to assist the farmer, they were almost scared to death. The birds' necks looked like octopus arms, but quicker. On the other hand they are extremely suited for their natural habitat, I think even lions don't dare attack them and if they did, they run faster! Fascinating animals!
22 Nov 2007 3:01pm
@Illuci: Yes they are fascinating! They kick like hell and run like lightning!
Michael Rawluk from Prince George, Canada
I would hate to get smacked by those feet.
22 Nov 2007 4:20pm
@Michael Rawluk: That makes two of us Michael! Thanks for your visit!
ManuelaR from Hainburg, Germany
Wow, they are quite impressive aren't they?
Good composition ;)
22 Nov 2007 5:49pm
@ManuelaR: Yes I agree with you Manuela! Thanks for your visit!
@amy: Thanks Amy!
standley from brou-sur-chantereine, France
Very nice composition Ina. I like the details and the idea
22 Nov 2007 7:40pm
@standley: Thanks Standley.
@Michael: Amazing isn't it!
Gary from United States
Ina, This shot is classic. They really convey strength. Great idea.
23 Nov 2007 12:36am
@Gary: Thanks Gary! Looking forward to follow your series...
@Angelica: Thank you for your comment and visit Angelica!
Cyberpsycho from New York, United States
Going to need some strong clippers for those nails!
23 Nov 2007 7:45pm
@Cyberpsycho: Yeah, you right! Do you have any? :-)))
@Twelvebit: Thanks for your visit! Hope to c u again!
Nishana from Calicut, India
hey..u have an eye for details..good one this..great caption too ;)
6 Jan 2008 4:10am
@Nishana: Thanks Nishana!
Nikon COOLPIX L5
1/99 second
F/4.3
ISO 79
122 mm (35mm equiv.)