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Fauna

Wildlife has always been a favorite of mine to photograph.  Having the right equipment, being prepared, informed, and knowing when and where to go are good tips when it comes to nature photography.

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Fawn resting

This fawn was found resting next to the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park. 

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Fawn looking

A fawn stopped for a look before moving on at Big Meadows, Shenandoah National Park. 

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Bear cubs

Two bear cubs crawled up on top of a downed tree next to the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park.  Mama was off to the left.  I didn't try to get any closer and she was ok with that.

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Bat

A bat appeared on my front screen door one day and stayed awhile.  Bats lived in the roof and the house next door.  A bat occurrence was not uncommon.   

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Great Egret

A great egret flies away with its next meal along the Atlantic coast.

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Red Panda

I was checking out this red panda while this red panda was checking me out.  National Zoo, Washington D.C.

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Mink

 A mink raises its head from taking a drink to watch me canoe by on the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. 

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Hawksbill Sea Turtle

A hawksbill sea turtle is exploring a beach to find a good nesting spot in Antigua. 

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Hummingbird

A male Antillean Crested Hummingbird rests on a branch in Antigua.

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Butterfly

A tiger swallowtail butterfly on a flowering milkweed.

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