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Namaqua Dove
Steve G

Namaqua Dove (Oena capensis)

An attractive wee dove of dry bush.
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Habitat
Semi-arid scrubby Savannah
Location
Buffalo Springs NP, Kenya
Date taken
08/07/10
Scientific name
Oena capensis
Equipment used
Canon 7D + 500mm IS + 1.4x TC
ammadoux
brilliant capture of this lovely male, did you see that blood red under his wings, very fascinating.
 
KC Foggin
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One of the prettiest Doves I've laid my eyes on. A well detailed capture too Steve.
 
P
Steve. Beautiful shot.Shot in DOF mode? Or shot through a car window? How have you managed both foreground and background blurred in a linearly defined way? Would love to know.
 

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