Comment from Life is but a dream.
This is fabulous Mary, not only in the post but in the exact focus where we can see every hair from whisker to fur coat.

One to be proud of indeed.

 Comment Written 29-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016

Thanks Olga really appreciate you checking this one out - such a cute little guy and I loved his hands/claws :) Mary

Comment from MKFlood
it does look like the otter is saying..."i wonder if she is looking at me?" wink. he clarity is great. the capture of the light is great. the angle of the shot of the otters facial is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2016

Thanks Mark your positive feedback is appreciated ☺ Mary

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Coo-ool,Mary! : )
Here's another good looking portrait of an interesting and exotic little creature,this time a semi-aquatic mammal!
And that pose he's assuming is amusing and enjoyable!
'Good Show'? Yep!
~Sean

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2016

Thanks Sean, love watching these little guys they are quite small otters and very playful :)

reply by Sean T Phelan on 27-Oct-2016

: D You're very welcome,Mary!

Comment from PeglegDeb
Boy Mary Liz...you got some really wonderful shots at the zoo that day!

This is as good as the Gibbons. Love that you gave him the entire frame....besides the fact that he is absolutely the most darling little thing you have photographed him perfectly! Your focus is spot on....I can count his whiskers. Also got those little hands and a sparkle in his eye. Perfectly exposed as well.

These two photos are the very best you've posted I believe....lol...you should say the heck w/ the housework more often!!

Deborah

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2016

Thanks Deborah, I did have an awesome day and the weather has stayed perfect this week so might need to take myself off again :)

reply by PeglegDeb on 27-Oct-2016

Very welcome Mary L. Two really good shots you took!

Comment from fotogran
What a face! What could be cuter than that? And you have captured the whole animal beautifully. Sharp, sharp, sharp against the soft background. It
appears to show every hair and whisker. And an eye light too.
Wonderful work, really wonderful.

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2016

WOW thanks I am in awe have never got so many 6's and so appreciate every one. Thanks so much for your encouragement. :) Mary

Comment from Sange
Mary I do believe this is your best shot you have taken and your first 6 from me! The focus is sharp, eye clarity perfect and the DOF is SUPERBULOUS!
I love the tiny stubby like "fingers" on the paw.
Camera techs are all spot on here Mary!!
Outstanding capture!!!
Bravo!!!
;)

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2016

WOW thanks so much, I really really appreciate your support, encouragement and high rating. First 6 from you and Annie means a lot to me (wouldn't mind another from Olga making a triple from my favorite peers and I will be on high for weeks) LOL Thank you so much. :) Mary

Comment from avmurray
This little guy is indeed cute, and he is posing for you in such a lovely way. I just love seeing his little hands and the bright and shiny eye. You also have a perfect background in this photo and the Otter is standing out from it in the most excellent way. I also like very much the way the light is falling on him.

Your focus is spot on and sharp showing such clear and well defined details in every part of the animal, and also very fine textures in the fur. The exposure is just perfect.

I also think the cropping is working really well and the Otter has got a perfect placement a bit off to the right. This is indeed a beautiful and well taken photo, and with an excellent DOF.

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2016

Wow thanks Annie, my first 6 from yourself and also Sange I am so appreciative to you for your encouragement and high rating. :) Mary

reply by avmurray on 27-Oct-2016

You are more than welcome Mary.

Comment from michiganmike
A very fine shot. Excellent detail in the fur and nice definition in the eye. I like the position of his forefeet and the great natural colors.

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2016

Thanks so much Mike I really appreciate your continued support. :) Mary

Comment from cakemp55
What a marvellous capture of this otter. The curious expression on its face the paws ready. Great clarity and focus and good lighting show the fine details so well. well done!

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2016

Wow thanks so much, I am so appreciative of the high rating and your review. :) Mary

Comment from shore1inspire.
hi Zilyram,
a nice capture as you caught a great pose.
I like the detail and clarity of the otter as I picture them bigger.
a pleasure to view.
thank you for sharing. :-)

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 Comment Written 26-Oct-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2016

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your encouraging words. :) Mary

reply by shore1inspire. on 26-Oct-2016

you are welcome, as it seems real cute
as it does not mind you being there. great shot. :-)