Comment from Daphne Oberon
This wonderful storytelling photo of this magnificent great cat gives the viewer a reality check on how enormous the tree is! Wonderful colors, terrific capture.

 Comment Written 14-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 15-Feb-2020

welcome back Daphne and many thanks for your comments

Comment from Shadow catcher
Wow,does that leopard have a great vantage point from way up there,it must be able to see for miles! I like the placement of your big cat in your photo,gives us an excellent look at the branching of the tree and surrounding landscape. Nicely focused and very well presented,thanks for sharing another one of your vacation memories!

 Comment Written 14-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 15-Feb-2020

thanks so much LeeAnn

Comment from Zilyram
A nice image to show us the big cat in his natural setting sitting quietly ready to pounce on any unsuspecting meal. Color is good although the sky is a little blown out.

 Comment Written 14-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2020

many thanks again

Comment from Kathy Banich
Well hello! Kathy here... You might remember me... I was on FAR a couple years ago; I recently returned for a short stint to just reconnect and see what everyone has been up to. I do miss the comradery.

I really like the composition in this image. It allows enough room for the leopard to leap off the branch. The branches also offer an effective leading line. I might offer that a tad darker (only a couple clicks in the editing software) might darken the sky while still maintaining interest in the subject. Nice!

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

Hello Kathy, yes, I remember your name but not your work;thanks a lot again

Comment from ReginaL
I love this photo. I think it's amazing. I think if you had zoomed up it would have helped the effect but I am definitely pleased with your shot. Keep up the good work and don't stop until your pleased.

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

thank you;
the sky was cloudy

Comment from Darth Chelios
Everything the light touches is his <3
I do enjoy photos of dead trees. This scene is very entertaining!
Great capture Fred!

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

thanks so much again

Comment from michiganmike
A very fine image that shows how the leopard uses his elevated perch to scan his territory for prey. The colors are nice but the sky is a bit pale.

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

many thanks mike;
cloudy sky

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Fred,
A wonderful picture of the Leopard perched on top of a dead tree giving him a "Bird's Eye View" over the country & any prey animal coming to graze there. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

merci beaucoup

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Good that he didt spot you as otherwise we would't have been able to view this fine shot!:) Lucky you found anice spot to shoot this. The colours are natural and the composition is balanced.

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

many thanks Sesha

Comment from nikman
Yes, it does look as if that cat up there has a good brain! Your fine and classical composition captures a good look at him and his lofty location. Sharpness and exposure are good. Nicely taken!

 Comment Written 13-Feb-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2020

many thanks again