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Pongo Pygmaeus
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This is a Bornean Orangutan, also known as Pongo pygmaeus. He is rather old and no longer so agile as he used to be but I observed that the family still respected him - made way for him when he passed etc.

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.koca
02/01/11 2:15 PM GMT
Very impressive shot of this beauty. Is he shy?
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::0930_23
02/01/11 2:55 PM GMT
It is like many of the elders in all walks of life Raj. Hopefully it is respect and not toleration. I think with a little editing you could have really made his face stand out. It is a great shot and has even more potential.

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Cameras are like people--sometimes they lose focus.
::biffobear
02/01/11 3:41 PM GMT
Very good..I've sen these in the wild..In Sarawak...R.
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A pretty face is fine but what a farmer needs is a woman that can carry a pig under each arm
::luckyshot
02/01/11 6:12 PM GMT
Raj - I see a pensive, almost sad look on this old guy's face. He might need a heavy dose of moisture cream on his face and hands, however (;-)). Terrific composition. Thad
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::Genver
02/01/11 7:15 PM GMT
A really lovely photo of the animal,Raj,it is very cute.
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.amishy
02/01/11 9:51 PM GMT
What a great portrait of this primate Raj! Can see his age in his eyes~very expressive! :)Ami
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::tigger3
02/01/11 10:04 PM GMT
Very nice profile of him, such a sad look you captured.
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.gonedigital
02/01/11 10:53 PM GMT
What's my Uncle Dennis doing in your gallery Raj ?
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::cynlee
02/01/11 11:55 PM GMT
What a face. He is, no doubt, a great grandfather. Human children could take a lesson in respecting their elders from your observation too.
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::PatAndre
02/02/11 4:13 AM GMT
I'd make way for him as well. Sheesh, what a brute. Good capture.
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.sahadk
02/02/11 5:46 AM GMT
Poor old guy,but looking nice.Excellent capture with
great details. good work.
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::LynEve
02/02/11 11:27 AM GMT
I agreewith Pat - I would be making way for him as well- he looks as though he is used to being obeyed.
He is a fine looking creature and seems to have a lot hidden behind those wise eyes.
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.elektronist
02/02/11 8:15 PM GMT
Wonderful capture of this old guy, Raj. Very impressive looking.

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.Catharina1
02/02/11 9:41 PM GMT
Old and wise he looks like.. wonderful portrait of this beautiful animal! Mich
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::Inkeri
02/02/11 10:33 PM GMT
A Wonderful photo of this old guy,Raj.Looks like he knows what you are doing.Thouse eyes looks wise.
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.icedancer
02/03/11 1:33 AM GMT
Outstanding close up of big fellow. He does have the look of power and respect.
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.edoctober
02/03/11 3:21 AM GMT
It's a remarkably well done portrait. The lighting, the composition, his posture, the expression - top marks for all of it.
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::Jimbobedsel
02/03/11 4:21 PM GMT
I wouldn't want to mess with him even if he IS old. I bet he packs quite a punch, still. Very nice color and clarity, Raj.
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