Canadian Geographic Photo Club - Pelican – Take Off
  

Pelican – Take Off

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by Clifford Dupuis from Calgary CA on 01 Sep 2023
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This Pelican shows the amazing ability these large waterfowl have in taking flight, as he passes by oblivious to me.

tagged: pelican waterfowl shorebirds pelecanus carseland_weir alberta nature outdoors pond water animal bird beak land plant lake natural_landscape ducks,_geese_and_swans

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ScotttLondon5150 posted 2023-09-21 5:58pm

Wonderful action capture! The closet thing we have here in Toronto are the swans or Blue Herons and Geese when it comes to wings. Great action shot!

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Yves Langlois posted 2023-09-02 4:21am

I love that unusual pose of the bird. Having those big wings in that pose with detailed feathers make for a very intriguing shot. Sharp focus on a surprise shot means you have very good reflexes. Another perfect shot Clifford.

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Debra Plett posted 2023-09-01 5:11pm

Wow very cool shot Clifford. He looks larger than life and having fun kicking up the water and creating that spray behind him. Great focus and composition, love how you captured this shot.

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perkyleb posted 2023-09-01 2:10pm

Timing is everything!! You were at the right place at the right time, Clifford. You did an amazing job getting the photo. Well done.

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hmellon posted 2023-09-01 1:20pm

Excellent detail on his head, wings and feet here, you captured the power in his takeoff perfectly. A beautiful capture of this majestic looking bird Clifford.

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