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#2 is a great capture, the eyes are outstanding, especially in contrast with the dark fur

an other great series, I like the Golden Whistler

from a Pumpkin decorating contest, one of the winners

yes, very much so,

+1, definitely!

Erik; true craftsmanship, a real artwork

thanks Jahn

thanks Erik; PP in HDR; here is the original jpeg

great sequence, I enjoyed it, thanks for posting

Mark; absolutely wonder shots & detail, as always thoroughly  enjoyed them you and Kurt https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/61043390, not only post wonderful shots, but great lessons in nature

"Hey you, quit staring, just take a picture it-will last longer"

beautiful shot; great detail

thanks Tom, much appreciated

most definitely they are; I wonder if they are comfortable

great shot, beautiful birds, like the reflection in the water

Caladiums, in NE Ohio, they grow from a bulb, seasonal and the bulbs do not over winter very well; I love the colors, sort of artsy

thanks Erik, I am flatter by the nomination, I enjoy the thread

thanks, here is the other side of the mushroom, kinda looks like an octopus

amazing series! wonderful detail, the creatures are so interesting; thanks for posting