Comment from Envision
This little guys is so cute and precious! How did you get so close to him without mama going after you?! Your exposure is nice with good color and a very nice amount of detail in his cute little face and coat.

 Comment Written 27-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2018

Thank you so very much! I am safely in the Jeep , mama is nearby.

Comment from Browncat
Too cute! How many Americans have ever seen such a sight? The uncluttered background, position of the calf, colors, and framing are just ideal. Too bad you didn't win some cash for this.

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jun-2018

Thank you so very much! I really appreciate your supportive and very kind comments!

Comment from Shadow catcher
What a sweetheart,like how this calf is just off center in your photo.Good dof,image is very sharp,good texture in the fur and surrounding vegetation.Nicely subdued lighting.Love the little "mane" that it has!Something seems to have caught its attention or perhaps it is looking to see where mommy is.Wish we had moose here,I would love to photograph them! Thanks for sharing! LeeAnn

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jun-2018

Thank you so very much! Yes, he is looking at his mom.

Comment from Linda Wetzel
Seeing wild moose in Denali was the thrill of my trip to Alaska. This baby is so very cute. Their bodies look so big to be supported by such spindly legs. You did a great job of capturing his whole body as they are usually well hidden in the brush.

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jun-2018

Thank you so very much! I really appreciate and value your support!

Comment from Sharon Meda
Nicely done. I hope you took this from the safety of your vehicle.
Nice and clear shot of the handsome little fella.
Thanks for sharing this fun picture with us.
Sharon

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2018

Thank you so very much! I was safely near my Jeep ! I really appreciate your support!

Comment from GaliaG
very cute and lovely

excellent focus and light on his fur

good composition, presentation, creativity and initial impact

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2018

Thank you so much Galia!

Comment from Renate-Bertodi
ah a baby moose. We have several Canadian tv documentaries on the tv and moose are seen in the distance, but rarely close up, they do not seem to be very tameable. How absolutely gorgeous. I wonder if someone found a baby without parents and took it home, if it would grow up wild or tame?

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2018

Thank you so much! Years ago when a mother moose was killed , people would bottle feed the abandoned baby and the moose grew up trusting people.

reply by Renate-Bertodi on 24-Jun-2018

- and then got shot as a consequence??

reply by the author on 24-Jun-2018

No, not back then, the people hand fed them until they were old enough to find their own food, they were never kept confined, they would come back and visit the people even after they were grown. Now, it?s illegal for people to do that and we have a wildlife conservation that will care for abandoned babies.

Comment from Jomo
Simply lovely. Did you just happen to find him - was mum near. A mother baby shot would helped with context and size - making him even more adorable. I am very jealous. Such a lovely animal. Makes me remember the famous photos of moose found in strange locations around The city. Great work.

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2018

Thank you so much! His mother was nearby across the field munching on some shrubs the baby is actually looking at her.

Comment from supergold
we don't have these strange looking animals in Europe; the baby looks like the result of an intercourse between a donkey and a dog; LOL;
an excellent portrait Pat.

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2018

Lol we have lots of moose all over Alaska! Thank you so much for your review!

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Impressive capture!
A rare find!
Sharply focused.
Fine facial features & smooth textures.
Subdued lighting.
Ideal framing.
Verdant backdrop lends a natural setting!

Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2018

Thank you so very much my dear friend!