Amongst The Leaf Litter

Challenge #32 in the Life in the Natural World series. Hosted by RuthC.

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What do you see when you look down at the ground, amongst the fallen leaves, bark, needles and twigs? Show us the beauty and interesting details that can be found there, whether it is new life, insects or spiders, textures, or colours. Macro and close-ups are welcome. SIZE: 1,600px MAXIMUM ON LONGER SIDE.

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Announced:

Saturday, 26th January, 2013 (GMT)

Submissions:

Saturday, 2nd February, 2013 – Friday, 8th February, 2013 (GMT)

Voting:

Saturday, 9th February, 2013 – Friday, 15th February, 2013 (GMT)

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Colour only.
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The camouflage

by Korana

27^th place

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Robin

Camera:	Canon PowerShot S5 IS
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Submitted:	Saturday, 2nd February, 2013 07:13 (GMT)
Taken:	Friday, 8th October, 2010
Focal length:	17.7 mm
Shutter speed:	1/25 sec
Aperture:	F3.5
ISO:	80
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Views:	43
Galleries:	View this photo in Korana's gallery

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I'm very impressed with this little robin amongst the leaf litter. This is a great capture, Korana, with wonderful colour variations and textures. I thought it would achieve a higher placing in the challenge. Ruth :-)

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