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The Leopard
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My first posting from my trip today to EFRC, it is full days trip to get there, and back but so rewarding. We were greeted at the entrance by the little orange domestic cat Tom, and this big cat was the first we saw.

This wonderful place now houses about 230 big cats, lions, tigers, puma's, servals, and leopards.

Their goal is to rescue them from bad situations and let them live in a safe haven where they have a clean and spacious area.

One enclosure can cost about $20,000 dollars just to construct. They get lots of donations from local farmers (livestock that have died) it works for both the farmers, and the Joe the founder of EFRC.

This is not a fly by night operation at all, all keepers are well versed on how to handle the big cats, and the people on tours, one mistake could ruin it for everyone, mostly these big, beautiful cats, that have had terrible pasts, and now can live in a safe place, and be well taken care of, their enclosures are very spacious, I cannot say enough for this place, we call it cat camp, and is a favorite place for my friend Pat, and I to visit.

Thank you for commenting, and I hope you view this full screen.

Tigs♥ =^..^=

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.Joanie
05/05/12 1:12 AM GMT
The perfect big cat for my screen!...hehe...What focus and color girl!! Outstanding work you did here and its faved! I bet that place is really a sight to see!!
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.LakeMichigan
05/05/12 1:34 AM GMT
Stunning shot of this gorgeous creature. Very well done Sandi.
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I would travel only by horse, if I had the choice. ~ Linda McCartney ~
.billyoneshot
05/05/12 2:10 AM GMT
We have a place very near where I live that does the same thing. It just rescues all animals not just cats. They have everything from the big cats to bears. All rescued from bad situations. But to the shot. This is outstanding as always. I can just feel its wild spirit and power. Very well done.
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Billy
::Dunstickin
05/05/12 5:46 AM GMT
It is a blessing that these places exist Sandi...Several animal refuge places here too!

You snapped a beautiful 'leopard'? here
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::biffobear
05/05/12 8:01 AM GMT
Do you ever get to pet them..This one looks as if it needs a cuddle..Lovely picture..R.
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Never argue with an idiot. They'll drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.
::Ramad
05/05/12 8:05 AM GMT
Wonderful shot Sandi. The brighter background makes the lighting on the leopard even nicer.
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Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.
::corngrowth
05/05/12 9:17 AM GMT
Look at his eyes. Such a welcome wouldn't set me at ease, Sandi, lol.
Beautiful image though!

Regards, Cornelius.
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::SEFA
05/05/12 10:10 AM GMT
So beautiful! A wonderful closeup shot.
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SEFA
::vangoughs
05/05/12 1:23 PM GMT
Gorgeous Animal and Shot!!
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.elektronist
05/05/12 1:48 PM GMT
I'm totally agree with Cornelius' comment. Shocking impression in his face. Great capture, Sandi.

Tanju
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.elektronist
05/05/12 1:48 PM GMT
I'm totally agree with Cornelius' comment. Shocking impression in his face. Great capture, Sandi.

Tanju
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Be free - use Linux
.gonedigital
05/05/12 10:49 PM GMT
In the UK it's illegal for a private individual to own a dangerous animal, so we don't have a problem with unwanted, or neglected dangerous animals.

I'm pleased the rain held off for your trip Tigz, and it's good you where able to use the Canon. I'd like to say this is a good post but I'm afraid to say it's too dark for my monitor, a click on the positive gamma correct would sort it out.
Sorry for the negative feedback but I hope you will respect my honesty.
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I hate dirty cutlery.
::Fifthbeatle
05/05/12 11:15 PM GMT
One cool spotted cat, well done!
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I Love Cloudy Days
::Inkeri
05/05/12 11:25 PM GMT
He has so Beautiful eyes.A Stunning photo of this Leopard,Sandi.
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::trixxie17
05/05/12 11:50 PM GMT
He has piercing eyes - very good shot Sandi as I know the issues you have with fencing.
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. . . "What a desolate place would be a world without a flower! It would be a face without a smile, a feast without a welcome." A.J. Balfour
.Marzena
05/06/12 1:18 AM GMT
What an ominous capture. Not quite typical of you, dear SAS.
But I do like it a lot.
Must leave now as Boris is coming !!!! LOL
SAM & SAAB partly
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With all my love and respect, Marzena
::Starry173
05/06/12 1:31 AM GMT
Such a sharp image. Looks dangerous on my screen, ready to pounce.
Good shot.
Tom
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.Tomeast
05/06/12 2:01 AM GMT
Super image !
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.koca
05/06/12 8:03 AM GMT
Scary beauty, Sandi. Wonderful shot.
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.Tedi
05/06/12 8:18 AM GMT
What a beautiful animal. Very nice close up.
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.CDHale
05/06/12 5:52 PM GMT
WOW! I knew they be good. Thank you for this beauty! I love the lighting, it's perfect and that soft green background to set off those bright green eyes. Faved and on my DT.
-Christie
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::luckyshot
05/07/12 10:59 PM GMT
Sandi - A beautiful capture to show the colors and details of this beautiful leopard. Thad
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine The Earth without art is just 'eh'.

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