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Uploaded: 04/12/08 11:21 AM GMT
Botaurus Stellaris - Bittern
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Bittern or Roerdomp, as we call them in Dutch. I am really proud on this shot, because they are very rare to spot in Holland.

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::100k_xle
04/12/08 12:46 AM GMT
Fine Shot Paul. Did you shoot this in the Wild ?
Great Color and Detail.

E J
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.corngrowth
04/12/08 1:10 PM GMT
I agree with with you Paul as bittern are very rare (to spot) indeed in our country. My congratulations with this fabulous shot. Top Quality again!
Regards, Cornelius
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::Toto_san
04/12/08 2:23 PM GMT
Congrats. Not only for a rare photo, but it is very well taken. Thank you so much.
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::Paul_Gerritsen
04/12/08 2:24 PM GMT
Thank you! E.J. to answer your question if I shot them in the wild. Yes and no. I shot them in a pond near to that farm house that keeps al kind of birds. Remember that mandarin duck?
However, these Bittern are definitely wild, but attracted to all the others birds. They probably use the place like a Mc Drive...
Paul
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::jeenie11
04/12/08 3:12 PM GMT
the details in the eyes and tiny feathers is incredible. the birds are fascinating. how thrilling to get this capture of such an elusive creature.
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.rozem061
04/12/08 4:06 PM GMT
Gefeliciteerd met deze prachtige opname!
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.Stevenn120
04/12/08 6:41 PM GMT
Beautiful shot, such detail, a perfect setting
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::egggray
04/12/08 7:17 PM GMT
You should be darn proud. It would make for a great Wildlife magazine cover. Perfect clarity, color, pose and setting. You have been putting out some fantastic photos lately.
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::mailsparky
04/13/08 9:10 AM GMT
Beautifully taken, the detail is outstanding. 10/10

John..
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.Inkeri
04/13/08 1:50 PM GMT
Beautiful shot with Superb color and details..
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.Genver
04/13/08 4:15 PM GMT
Very nice view of the birds,the photo is beautiful.
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.gonedigital
04/13/08 10:49 PM GMT
A precious upload Paul
Not only a rare pic but well taken too
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.Gabbels
04/14/08 9:37 AM GMT
Wonderful shot of these rare birds! The clarity is excellent and colors are beautiful!
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::JEdMc91
04/14/08 3:43 PM GMT
Wonderful capture, Nice details and colors as well.
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::bif000
04/14/08 7:53 PM GMT
Another great picture, Paul. Great clarity and detail.
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::boremachine
04/16/08 8:56 PM GMT
and really proud you can be about the quality too :o)
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.lvld
05/26/08 9:04 AM GMT
just perfect.
Thanks 4 sharing
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::garrettparkinson
08/25/10 5:46 PM GMT
Hey Paul,
A truly beautiful shot. In the United States we would call
them immature Black Crown Night Herons. Google Bittern and
then Google Black Crown Night Heron. Wikkipedia has the best
picture of the immature bird. Still, a very nice shot.

Garrett
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