3 of my newest wildlife photos

[drdannn]

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A couple of "Turkey Hawks" I think???

I know the last one is a very big turtle.

Love to photograph this kind of stuff.

[stuny]

Dan -

 

These are terrific. Where?

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[drdannn]

Dan -

 

These are terrific. Where?

Hi Stuart,

The bird photos were taken at a man made lake near my house. It's called Lake Balboa. Even tho' man made, it is quite large having a circumference of about 1 1/2 miles with the L.A. River flowing into it on one end, and out thru a Wildlife preserve on the other end. The total area of wildlife preserve is about 5 miles square. These "Turkey Hawks" just found out about the preserve. They are quite friendly actually; they don't run away and they are quite easy to feed with some bread crumbs. I was able to take the photos very close to them.

 

The turtles are located at a shopping area called "Calabasas Commons". There is a beautiful , quite large area of rocky ponds and waterfalls. They loaded up the ponds with hundreds of large turtles. Some are a foot long. They are amazingly friendly too. They do hear and see, and respond to human voice and presence. The water is crystal clear which is why I was able to get such a crisp photo.

 

Hope all is well, Dan

[fotografr]

I particularly love that turtle shot. The colors and patterns are stunning!

[pauledell]

Dan,

 

A terrific series especially the last two. Great framing, colors and sharpness.

 

Paul

[azzo]

The first is magnificent !

[drdannn]

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Hi Brent, Ivan and Paul... Thanks for looking in and commenting. Much appreciated. Dan

[daveleo]

all 3 are nice for different "reasons"

 

I love #3 for the patterns.

[drdannn]

Thanks for looking in Dave. I appreciate the plus comment. Have a nice day, Dan