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Ugly Bird by Jose Nicolas Aponte Ugly Bird by Jose Nicolas AponteUgly Bird by Jose Nicolas Aponte
GROUP B - SCORE 79
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 80 | Nancy Ney 78
Very ugly bird decided to walk in the sunroof of my car.
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Vervet Monkey Business, South Africa by Rana Fine Vervet Monkey Business, South Africa by Rana FineVervet Monkey Business, South Africa by Rana Fine
GROUP B - SCORE 87
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 87 | Nancy Ney 87
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoKudos on going to Nambia to capture this image.John McKnight | 2 weeks agoKudos on going to Namibia to capture this interesting image.Youngster Suckling, Namibia by Rana Fine Youngster Suckling, Namibia by Rana FineYoungster Suckling, Namibia by Rana Fine
GROUP B - SCORE 86.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 89 | Nancy Ney 84
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Three Amigos. by John McKnight Three Amigos. by John McKnightThree Amigos. by John McKnight
GROUP A - SCORE 84
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 85 | Nancy Ney 83
This image was taken at the Santa Barbara Zoo a few weeks ago. I liked this image because of the somewhat natural looking setting. I was able to crop out a building at the top of the image. I like that the giraffes are framed by vegetation at the top and bottom of the frame. The judges frequently say they are looking for something in the foreground, middle ground, and background to add depth to an image. I feel this image meets that criteria. The juxtaposition of the three giraffes adds an element of interest. I like the two parallel necklines. Post processing was used to enrich the colors using LRC.
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Gallivanting Gibbons by Barbara Thompson Gallivanting Gibbons by Barbara ThompsonGallivanting Gibbons by Barbara Thompson
GROUP A - SCORE 90
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 88 | Nancy Ney 92
ISO 100; 98-280 @ 280mm; f/5.6; 1/200s
Hand Held
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Iggy by John McKnight Iggy by John McKnightIggy by John McKnight
GROUP A - SCORE 93.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 93 | Nancy Ney 94
This photo was captured at the lake on the University of Miami campus. There are many iguanas there. They seem to be used to people not bothering them, and I was able to get quite close to take this shot. I liked the lake surface as a neutral background. I thought the colors blended well. I took several shots and in this one the lizard was looking directly at me. I thought that helped the image. Post processing was done in LRC.
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Naptime by Norene Monahan Naptime by Norene MonahanNaptime by Norene Monahan
GROUP A - SCORE 78.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 83 | Nancy Ney 74
Taken at Zoo Miami with iPhone 13 Pro
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Wet Bird by Norene Monahan Wet Bird by Norene MonahanWet Bird by Norene Monahan
TGROUP A - SCORE 89.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 95 | Nancy Ney 84
Taken in my garden with Nikon D3400 1/320 sec at f/8.0 ISO 1600. 300mm
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I am Beautiful by Doris Kraus I am Beautiful by Doris KrausI am Beautiful by Doris Kraus
GROUP B - SCORE 78
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 82 | Nancy Ney 74
Taken at Cauley Square with a Nikon D3400
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Dorothy by Carlos Ramirez Dorothy by Carlos RamirezDorothy by Carlos Ramirez
GROUP B - SCORE 82
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 83 | Nancy Ney 81
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoThis is a beautiful capture. I have seen a bunch of white ibis but none like this. The colors are amazing. The action is perfectly frozen. Nice job! Thanks for the nice description.Wings of Bronze by Walter Rojter Wings of Bronze by Walter RojterWings of Bronze by Walter Rojter
GROUP A - SCORE 93.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 93 | Nancy Ney 94
Fujifilm X-H2S - Fuji 100-400mm @ 400mm - f/5.6 - Shutter 1/2500 - ISO 2500 - Exposure Compensation - 1/3
Edited with On1 Photo Raw, Nik and Topaz.
About the bird:
Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) – it appears dark brown from a distance, but in good lighting, its feathers shimmer with metallic green, bronze, and purple tones.
The Glossy Ibis is a striking wading bird known for its iridescent plumage, curved bill, and graceful flight. It belongs to the ibis family (Threskiornithidae) and is the most widespread ibis species, found on nearly every continent.
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoVery interesting. Nice shot.Breakfast Under a Blankie by Barbara Thompson Breakfast Under a Blankie by Barbara ThompsonBreakfast Under a Blankie by Barbara Thompson
GROUP A - SCORE 89
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 95 | Nancy Ney 83
ISO 640; 98-220 @ 155 mm; f/5.6; 1/200s
Hand Held
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Fresh Breakfast by Pilar Gaeda Fresh Breakfast by Pilar GaedaFresh Breakfast by Pilar Gaeda
GROUP A - SCORE 90.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 87 | Nancy Ney 94
This photograph was taken at Wakodahatchee Wetlands, It was fun to watch the Cormorant in action.
Nikon D 850
F/9
Exp. time 1/500 sec
Focal length 600
ISO 1250
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Shy Cormorant by Subaru Bass Shy Cormorant by Subaru BassShy Cormorant by Subaru Bass
GROUP A - SCORE 84
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 85 | Nancy Ney 83
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Great Blue Heron Calling by Pilar Geada Great Blue Heron Calling by Pilar GeadaGreat Blue Heron Calling by Pilar Geada
GROUP A - SCORE 83
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 80 | Nancy Ney 86
This photography was taken at Wakodahotchee Wetlands very early in the morning on February.
Nikon D850
Exp Time 1/1600
F 6.3
Focal length 600
ISO 280
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Feeding myself by Doris Kraus Feeding myself by Doris KrausFeeding myself by Doris Kraus
GROUP B - SCORE 76.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 77 | Nancy Ney 76
Limpkin adult and chick feeding along a canal at Coral Reef Park. Taken with a Nikon D3400 camera.
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Sushi Lunch by Subrata Basu Sushi Lunch by Subrata BasuSushi Lunch by Subrata Basu
GROUP A - SCORE 87.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 87 | Nancy Ney 88
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoThis is very impressive. It is a seldom seen shot. Good job on the timing.Three Amigos by James Keith Three Amigos by James KeithThree Amigos by James Keith
GROUP A - SCORE 84.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 87 | Nancy Ney 82
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoThis is way, way cute. Congrats on being at the right place at the right time and being ready to shoot.Peek A Boo by James Keith Peek A Boo by James KeithPeek A Boo by James Keith
GROUP A - SCORE 88
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 87 | Nancy Ney 89
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoYou did a nice job capturing the peak of action. Were you using a burst? I suspect so or you got very lucky. Thanks for the nice explanation.Splash and Clash, The Battle of the Grebes by Walter Rojter Splash and Clash, The Battle of the Grebes by Walter RojterSplash and Clash, The Battle of the Grebes by Walter Rojter
GROUP A - SCORE 87.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 84 | Nancy Ney 91
Fujifilm X-H2S - Fuji 100-400mm @ 400mm - f/5.6 - Shutter 1/2500 - ISO 6400 - Exposure Compensation - 2/3
Edited with On1 Photo Raw, Nik and Topaz.
About the Grebes:
These are not ducks, they are Pied-billed Grebes.
Grebes are commonly found in freshwater ponds, marshes, and lakes, where they are territorial and can be aggressive when defending their space.
Key Identifying Features:
- Small, stocky body with a compact build.
- Short, thick bill, often with a dark band (hence the name "pied-billed").
- Brownish plumage with a slightly lighter throat and chest.
- Excellent divers, often seen splashing or disappearing underwater to catch food.Flash : N/A
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoNicely done. I really like your image.Little Egret by Ibis Hellencamp Little Egret by Ibis HellencampLittle Egret by Ibis Hellencamp
GROUP A - SCORE 92
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 93 | Nancy Ney 91
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A Quiet Momen by Maribel Gonzalez A Quiet Momen by Maribel GonzalezA Quiet Momen by Maribel Gonzalez
GROUP B - SCORE 82
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 83 | Nancy Ney 81
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Barred Owl Diving for Prey by Daniel Holmes Barred Owl Diving for Prey by Daniel HolmesBarred Owl Diving for Prey by Daniel Holmes
GROUP A - SCORE 95
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 98 | Nancy Ney 92
1/600 at f5.6, ISO 640 at 343mm - Canon RF100-500 lens
Shot with Canon EOS R5 on the road to Mahogany Hammock in the EvergladesFlash : N/A
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Blue Heron by Ibis Hellencamp Blue Heron by Ibis HellencampBlue Heron by Ibis Hellencamp
GROUP A - SCORE 93
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 99 | Nancy Ney 87
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoWow, that is a spectacular image. It has lots of impact. Kudos on positioning yourself in the right place at the right time. Well done!Mornin Fellas by Richard Rusk Mornin Fellas by Richard RuskMornin Fellas by Richard Rusk
GROUP B - SCORE 95.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 97 | Nancy Ney 94
Landing Woodstock during mating season
ISO 250
375mm
5.6f
1/1600sFlash : N/A
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoWhat a nice reflection, well done.Wetlands Wanderer by Richard Rusk Wetlands Wanderer by Richard RuskWetlands Wanderer by Richard Rusk
GROUP B - SCORE 89.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 86 | Nancy Ney 93
Wading Tricolor Heron
2000 ISO
780mm
7.1f
1/200s
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Self Care by Maribel Gonzalez Self Care by Maribel GonzalezSelf Care by Maribel Gonzalez
GROUP B - SCORE 86.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 84 | Nancy Ney 89
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John McKnight | 2 weeks agoWow, this image has some serious impact. Kudos on catching these usually sedentary gators at the peak action moment. Where was this taken? Were these gators being fed in captivity? .Join Us for a Dip by Yevette Shapiro Join Us for a Dip by Yevette ShapiroJoin Us for a Dip by Yevette Shapiro
GROUP A - SCORE 87
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 84 | Nancy Ney 90
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Learning to Trust in Life by Claudia Masella Learning to Trust in Life by Claudia MasellaLearning to Trust in Life by Claudia Masella
GROUP A - SCORE 87.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 89 | Nancy Ney 86
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Quiet, They Are Talking About Us by Dustin Quiel-Athanasiadis Quiet, They Are Talking About Us by Dustin Quiel-AthanasiadisQuiet, They Are Talking About Us by Dustin Quiel-Athanasiadis
GROUP B - SCORE 77.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 79 | Nancy Ney 76
These deer came to visit my friend's backyard in Cedar Rapids, Iowa every day I was there in June 2024.
Shot on Nikon D7500
f/4
1/640 sec
ISO 800
300mm
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Sky Dancer by Yevette Shapiro Sky Dancer by Yevette ShapiroSky Dancer by Yevette Shapiro
GROUP A - SCORE 82.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 81 | Nancy Ney 84
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Tender Eyes by Claudia Masella Tender Eyes by Claudia MasellaTender Eyes by Claudia Masella
GROUP A - SCORE 84.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 83 | Nancy Ney 86
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The Buck Stops Here by Dustin Quiel-Athansiadis The Buck Stops Here by Dustin Quiel-AthansiadisThe Buck Stops Here by Dustin Quiel-Athansiadis
GROUP B - SCORE 81.5
JUDGES: Marty Grivjack 81 | Nancy Ney 83
I shot this playful buck while it was visiting my friend's backyard in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on June 2024.
Shot on Nikon D7500
f/4
1/640 sec
ISO 800
300mm
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Evelyn Greer Park (Pinecrest)
8200 SW 124th Street
Pinecrest, FL 33157
