Comment from suffolkbrian
Unique color and unique shot Eileen,such good detail and tight crop and a different angle of this flamingo gives this photo an edge,black background also helps this,good one this...brian

 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

thanks Brian!!

reply by suffolkbrian on 19-Dec-2017

your welcome

Comment from supergold
his habitat must be the reason why he cannot find shrimps or similar food in order to get a darker pink color;
an excellent close up of this preening flamingo with outstanding sharp details;

 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

Fred they are actually a lighter, paler version being from Africa. Not sure what their diet is at the local sanctuary. They brought in 5 different ones from the standard Caribbean ones on site. These are Greater Flamingos and also a Chilean Flamingo.

thanks so much!

Comment from karen zima
Wow! Is that every pretty. I love the shades of pink in this flamingo. The twist in the neck is interesting and the way you framed it makes the composition stunning. Love the black background as it makes the flamingo pop off the page. Nice detail and overall nice photograph.

 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

thanks so much Karen

Comment from nikman
A quite beautiful and stunning bird photograph presented here! Your excellent composition captures a very natural pose in great style. The camera settings you have employed provide us very lovely shades, tones and detail to enjoy. Great shot!

 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

thanks Nikman!

Comment from dalebraatz
wow this is outstanding, love the details and textures and colors you have captured in this birds feathers, a very pleasing composition to look at. Thanky ou fro sharing. dale

 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

thanks so very much Dale

Comment from booklotto
"Take a Bow" just before performing in this piece is elegant beauty with this animal. The neck twisted like that looks like a musical note that its dancing to and saying that the dance begins! Love, love and always love so much that you do at all times and for that I thank you once again and always! Brilliant Mater Piece,

 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

wow, there Joannie goes again... with the high praises! Thanks so much Joannie... you are something else :)

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a wonderful close-up shot of the bird.. You have framed it well. Light and sharpness are very effective in creating a lovely capture. Thanks for sharing!

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 Comment Written 18-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

thank you so very much Seshadri :)

Comment from iPhone7
Geeze Louise! Are you kidding me? I am not sure I have seen anything like this before. I am at a loss for words on this one. The pose, the colors, the smooth textures of the feathers give this an almost dreamy look. This should be seen by others and not allowed to fade away. Is it OK to share? If not I understand. Excellent work here Eileen Steve

 Comment Written 17-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

share away my friend and thanks so much for your very kind words and excellent rating!!

Comment from Regina E.H-Ariel
Outstanding shot - super close up - special catch in this position - your image has the perfect mixture between softness and pin sharpness - excellent framing - super camera technique - a master shot as many - thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 17-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

thanks so much Regina :)

Comment from jesuel
That is just beautiful the color is outstanding the depth is created by the dark background it really pops the lighting is perfect beautiful work here

 Comment Written 17-Dec-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Dec-2017

wow, thanks Jesuel! So kind of you!