Comment from DeansterZ
The birds frozen in place as they zipped across the scene is a nice bonus, even if their inclusion was unplanned. As for a landscape image, this is more about the wildlife than the terrain-as in land, trees, water, and such. Also, the colors are a bit faded, could use some help in post editing with a bump or two of vibrancy and/or saturation.

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 Comment Written 15-May-2022

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reply by the author on 15-May-2022

thanks

Comment from jesuel
what an amazing photo the color is great the detail is great excellent depth great perspective and what great subject matter and it is framed perfectly fine work here

 Comment Written 13-May-2022

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reply by the author on 14-May-2022

thank you

Comment from scarletwalking
Beautiful! I love the overall tinge of this photo. It creates an amazing dreamlike feel to this artwork. The birds flying close to the water give this photo a busy feel. It's very good art!

 Comment Written 11-May-2022

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reply by the author on 11-May-2022

thanks a lot again for your nice comments

Comment from MKFlood
this is nice! the angle of the shot of the elephants by the water with terrain in background and birds flying over water is great. the capture of the light is great. the clarity is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.

 Comment Written 10-May-2022

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reply by the author on 10-May-2022

GREAT! many thanks mark

Comment from Carina Imbrogno
How wonderful to have been able to go to a Safari in southern Africa this is really a stunning picture. I bet you've got to see a lot of amazing animals. Beautiful composition of this photograph. There's so much excitement going on it's really wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing

 Comment Written 09-May-2022

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reply by the author on 10-May-2022

thanks a lot my dear for your nice comments

Comment from photoman12
Interesting the elephant element here.Left side.The right side has Ducks? Anyone is welcome at the watering hole. How far away were you to not upset the elephants?

 Comment Written 09-May-2022

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reply by the author on 09-May-2022

thanks again;
just on the other side of the river

reply by photoman12 on 10-May-2022

Interesting. You are welcome

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful scene that is very well presented. The flight of birds compliments the elephants very well. A great composition with beautiful colors. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 09-May-2022

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reply by the author on 09-May-2022

thanks a lot mike for your great comments and rating

Comment from Ray Gordon
This is a beautiful shot of elephants and birds, The water hole is vital for the existance of many. this shot is well focused and well framed and well timed as the birds are included in the capture. Very nice. Ray

 Comment Written 09-May-2022

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reply by the author on 09-May-2022

many thanks Ray

reply by Ray Gordon on 09-May-2022

You are welcome and good luck. Ray

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful stop action picture of the ducks in flight over the water hole, with four Elephants of varying ages coming down to bath & drink. In the background a dried grass fied framed by trees their foliage still green. The grey sky reflected on the water hole. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus. Good luck in the contest.
Susan

 Comment Written 09-May-2022

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reply by the author on 09-May-2022

merci beaucoup

Comment from nikman
A good looking nature image posted here! Your fine and classical composition offers us an enjoyable view of the wildlife around that riverbank. Colours, textures and tones are good. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Nicely done!

 Comment Written 09-May-2022

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reply by the author on 09-May-2022

thanks so much