Harsh Reality of Nature
Coyotes posturing16 total reviews
Comment from soulfeeder
What an amazing wildlife scene. Looks like a National Geographic. I love the natural colors. The cayotes as a the main subject is already mind-blowing. Well composed and well captured.
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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What an amazing wildlife scene. Looks like a National Geographic. I love the natural colors. The cayotes as a the main subject is already mind-blowing. Well composed and well captured.
Comment Written 14-May-2022
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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Wow, you took a walk through yesteryear in my portfolio. I'm glad you found this photo. It was taken during the first winter I spent in Yellowstone.
Thank you so much for your review and 6 star rating. It is so much appreciated!
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Of course. Due to Pandemic our travel plans going to Glacier and Canada got cancelled, so I am pretty jealous that you live there. The 6 star rating is well deserved.
Comment from Lucas Sizov
This is an unusual photo, my friend. It really shows the reality of life. The animals have to hunt to survive a harsh winter. They fight each other for food and territory. It's very cold, and they need to stay together to survive. The coyotes are part of the nature in this picture. I don't have any 6 to rate this one as it deserves. Bravo! Fantastic job!!!
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2018
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This is an unusual photo, my friend. It really shows the reality of life. The animals have to hunt to survive a harsh winter. They fight each other for food and territory. It's very cold, and they need to stay together to survive. The coyotes are part of the nature in this picture. I don't have any 6 to rate this one as it deserves. Bravo! Fantastic job!!!
Comment Written 20-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2018
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Thank you, Lucas, for your review and comments!
Comment from Envision
I don't think you needed a warning on this because it is tastefully executed without signs of gore :) It is interesting to see the wild natural behavior of these animals. You captured the body language and the facial expressions of their encounter wonderfully. Your exposure is also nicely handled.
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2018
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I don't think you needed a warning on this because it is tastefully executed without signs of gore :) It is interesting to see the wild natural behavior of these animals. You captured the body language and the facial expressions of their encounter wonderfully. Your exposure is also nicely handled.
Comment Written 09-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2018
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Thank you for taking the time to review and comment! It was definitely an interesting scene watching the different coyotes posture with each other and observing the pecking order.
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Thank you for taking the time to review and comment! It was definitely an interesting scene watching the different coyotes posture with each other and observing the pecking order.
Comment from Shadow catcher
A great capture of the not-so-pretty side of nature that not everyone has the opportunity to see let alone photograph.Nature does not consist only of cuddly baby wildlife or pretty butterflies,it is also a life and death struggle. You have captured very well the pecking order of these to coyotes,especially the snarling of the one on the left.Your image is very well framed with good focus. No need for a violence warning. Have really enjoyed viewing this great photo! LeeAnn
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
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A great capture of the not-so-pretty side of nature that not everyone has the opportunity to see let alone photograph.Nature does not consist only of cuddly baby wildlife or pretty butterflies,it is also a life and death struggle. You have captured very well the pecking order of these to coyotes,especially the snarling of the one on the left.Your image is very well framed with good focus. No need for a violence warning. Have really enjoyed viewing this great photo! LeeAnn
Comment Written 08-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
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Thank you so much, Shadow catcher!
Comment from Browncat
No violence warning needed. Coyotes are carnivores and need to eat meat---just like my pet cat! What a thrill and chill to see these two coyotes in action. Exposure is a tad dim, but snow is challenging and lightening up the photo might not work. Good overall composition and cropping. I have visited all 50 states and have told a number of people that mile per mile, Montana is the most beautiful of the Lower 48 states from a photography standpoint. Lucky you!
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
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No violence warning needed. Coyotes are carnivores and need to eat meat---just like my pet cat! What a thrill and chill to see these two coyotes in action. Exposure is a tad dim, but snow is challenging and lightening up the photo might not work. Good overall composition and cropping. I have visited all 50 states and have told a number of people that mile per mile, Montana is the most beautiful of the Lower 48 states from a photography standpoint. Lucky you!
Comment Written 08-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
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Thank you, Browncat! Yes, this part of the country is great for photography.
Comment from Mary Christman
this is such an amazing photo you caught.
I would love to be able capture a photo of coyotes.
such a detailed photo, especially the one on the rock showing his teeth.
great photo you captured.
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
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this is such an amazing photo you caught.
I would love to be able capture a photo of coyotes.
such a detailed photo, especially the one on the rock showing his teeth.
great photo you captured.
Comment Written 08-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
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Thank you, Mary. Come to Yellowstone. Some of the animals are completely unfazed by the presence of people. We do have to be sure to stay a minimum distance away so they don?t feel pressured.
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actually on my list of places to visit.
should be there in the next year or so.
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Winter is best- few people and animals (not bears) are down from the mountains. Late spring before Memorial Day is great for seeing all of the babies. After Labor Day to mid- October is good, too. Fewer people. August is when the buffalo are in rut, but there often is smoke due to wildfire season.
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Thank you, Mary. Come to Yellowstone. Some of the animals are completely unfazed by the presence of people. We do have to be sure to stay a minimum distance away so they don?t feel pressured.
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Wow!! I will definitely be making this happen!!!! I?m so excited now!!!
Comment from Julianne1
Wow! What a moment to capture. Feel the tension in these scary yet beautiful creatures. One of my favorite pictures saw so far. Amazing. Thank you for sharing!
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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Wow! What a moment to capture. Feel the tension in these scary yet beautiful creatures. One of my favorite pictures saw so far. Amazing. Thank you for sharing!
Comment Written 07-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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Oh my! Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comments ! This scene was quite an opportunity to see the behaviors of a small pack of coyotes and how the pecking order worked. In a later shot, the submissive one practically turned itself inside out to show its submission. Thank you for the six stars!
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Wow! Its amazing! Just went there when I looked at this photo.You are very welcome.
Comment from fotogran
There is no obvious bloodshed. And a rare capture of aggressive/submissive behavior to be enjoyed. Almost appears to be a museum diorama with excellent taxidermy. Very nice work.
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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There is no obvious bloodshed. And a rare capture of aggressive/submissive behavior to be enjoyed. Almost appears to be a museum diorama with excellent taxidermy. Very nice work.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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Thank you so much. I never thought about but your right it does look a bit like a diorama.
Comment from dalebraatz
A great story of how nature really is, very good details and colors, you have captured the show of dominance of the on looking down on the other, as for the warning I don't see any violence, now if they were fighting yes,
A pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, glad in not the only one that goes out in neg weather, dale
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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A great story of how nature really is, very good details and colors, you have captured the show of dominance of the on looking down on the other, as for the warning I don't see any violence, now if they were fighting yes,
A pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, glad in not the only one that goes out in neg weather, dale
Comment Written 07-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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Thank you, Dale. I was worried that the sight of the elk hide and traces of blood in the snow might upset some viewers. I once had a pro wildlife photographer say that the public generally doesn't want to deal with that reality. I appreciate your comments.
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Your very welcome, well i have no problem, but there might be some, I seen a hawk one time got a bird, the bird was trying to get away, and some people near by were complaining no one was trying to stop it, i walked over and said thats nature, they loomed at me an said it was cruel , i said its nature, do you it chickens, i walked away, dale
Comment from GaliaG
Wow, amazing capture of this nature and rare scene
excellent technique,, initial impact and presentation
excellent story telling and composition
thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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Wow, amazing capture of this nature and rare scene
excellent technique,, initial impact and presentation
excellent story telling and composition
thanks for sharing
Comment Written 07-Nov-2018
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
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Thank you!