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Meerkat on Guard


colin carron

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Hi Colin, I love these little creatures; they are so funny to watch. Somehow seeing them always puts a smile on my face.
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Priceless his pose and expression, wary and perky... nice guy ! Lighting was perfect, he stands out nicely against the dark background.
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Colin, different and charming image. I like the sparkle in his eyes, his funny form, like a statue on a pedestal.... light and BG are very good, I like the bit of green that gives a context of nature. found in the zoo?
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Thanks everyone!

 

Meerkats live in groups (southern Africa I think). While the rest of the group are looking for food or babysitting there is always one on guard perched up high on a rock or tree. They still do the same thing in a zoo and are fascinating to watch as they take turns to watch out for danger.

 

This was taken in Twycross Zoo near Tamworth, UK which specialises in endangered primates..

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I had never seen a Meercat until our recent trip to the Houston Zoo about a month ago. They are quite funny little creatures. A few of them had serious orthodontic issues!!
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He is such a cutie! I love his little paws resting on his belly. You caught him in the right light as he is framed perfectly by the dark background.
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Thanks everyone!

 

Amar, I did not ask S/he any personal questions so I guess the gender will remain a mystery.

 

Kim & Kim, they are very cute, arent they - couldn't resist trying to get at least one reasonable shot of them but the background was a problem with too much concrete and wire. everywhere.

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What a pose, Colin, It looks as if the hands are in the pockets. Nothing escapes to those eyes. I am sure. Well well captured.
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An alert guard with the sparkled eyes. I think this was taken on a very sunny day, thereof the light reflected off on his fur.
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Hello Colin, I like the way you have isolated the Meerkat with a dark background. Although one is on guard, I don't think they stay in one place for more than a few seconds. Quite infuriating.

 

As Henri says, the lighting is harsh, but we can only work with what we get. Had you thought about placing it more to the left so that it leans into the frame? Or would that look silly?

 

Best wishes. P

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Happy Easter to You and Your family,hope everything works well for You,until You come back,that nice meerkat will represent You. Greeting Alix.
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A great charicature, Colin! He looks like someone from a cartoon or something. :-) I love the dark background and the way he LEANS....
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They really are funny creatures and fun to watch. I just love the way you captured this one, with the sharp details and sparkles in his fur.
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Charming. You say "only" from Zoo , I guess that Zoo is a nice place to capture animals. Pose, composition and technique leaves nothing to consider. Amusing shot, well done.

 

Kind regards.

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Colin, this is a good capture. The focus on composition is great. I just find the light too harsh. All the best.

PS Thank you for the help regarding the poloriser.

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