Comment from supergold
it is always a pleasure to visit a cage free zoo, where animals have enough space to move a a nice environment like in your pic;
an excellent capture;

 Comment Written 31-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

Thanks Fred appreciate your positive feedback ☺ Mary

Comment from Sean T Phelan
'Very Cool',Mary!
I've long been fascinated with these impressive creatures and your photo of this 'itchy' specimen makes for a very enjoyable image to view!
'Good Show',my friend! : )
~Sean

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

Thanks Sean, much appreciated :)Mary

reply by Sean T Phelan on 31-Mar-2017

You're very welcome,Mary!

Comment from Wolfdancer13
What a nice character rich journalistic shot of this beauty indulging in the surrounding textures to sate its needs. I love the shadow cast on the four trees, their alignment pulling us into the depths of the frame as well as the contrasting fern fronds drawing our eye to your subject with its delicacy. Beautiful lush greens you've showcased as well as appealing lighting.

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

Thanks so much really appreciate your positive feedback. :) Mary

Comment from michiganmike
A very nice shot in great light. I like the foliage in the foreground and the very fine colors. The setting looks very natural and the tiger is shown in fine detail.

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

Thanks Mike, I appreciate your positive feedback. :) Mary

Comment from cleo85
A fine capture of this big cat. One might see the action often in zoos and reservations, but it is seldom captured in photos. This makes the photo interesting. His position at the tree seems perfect because the natural diagonal setting of those emphasize the animal. The photo is well composed and throughout sharp and has nice natural colors.

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

Thanks Cleo, your positive feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

reply by cleo85 on 02-Apr-2017

You're most welcome :o)

Comment from liseworks
very nice, although we think they are scratching an itch they are actually leaving a mark from glands,,this is there way of claiming their territory,,this tiger looks so relaxed doing this,,its like he is saying this tree is my tree,,lol,,love the green in this,,makes this cat stand out

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

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

Comment from El-mundo
Wow that must be satisfying! a wonderful capture of this brilliant beast with vibrant colour and great DOF on the surroundings - lovely clarity and a perfect snapshot. Great work.

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Mar-2017

Thanks so much, your encouraging feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from nikman
Well, personal grooming is not only important but essential as well! Your composition is nicely balanced between the tiger, trees and grass. Think I would be tempted to crop out the tree on the left hand edge. Sharpness and exposure are fine. Well done!

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017

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reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017

Thanks Nikman I took your advice and re-cropped and reloaded image definitely improves look thanks ::)

reply by nikman on 30-Mar-2017

Your welcome!