Wildlife Gallery!

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"Lions of ARTIS"

The majestic African lion (Panthera leo) is a legendary creature, heralded throughout human history for its fearsome power and courage, and is often connected with bravery, loyalty and strength. These beautiful cats reach a length of 4-6 feet, with the tail adding another 2-4 feet, and weigh in at 300-400 pounds. Today, these magnificent animals are a highly threatened species and very near being listed as endangered.

Taken at the Amsterdam Artis Royal Zoo, this photograph suspends time in a stunning capture of action and attitude. This memorable photo paints a picture as alive and vivid as if we had participated in the original moment.

 

[thilinasb]

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"The Lookout"

At first glance, this appears to be a photograph of life in a serene Alaskan meadow. Upon closer look, these bears are in an alert posture, and there is a sense of intensity. They've just detected danger.

This grizzly sow, known as "Rosie" by the Hallo Bay Wilderness guides, had just called her cubs close, preparing to fight or flee--whatever it would take to protect her twins. Rosie was popping her jaw and making low growling-type warning sounds at "Harvey," a large grizzly boar, who was entering the meadow and headed in their direction. Boars are known to kill cubs, and Rosie was taking no chances. The moment this photograph captured this scene, she immediately moved her cubs out of the meadow...and after hearing Rosie's mood, Harvey wisely did not follow.

 

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"Low Flyer"

This sandhill crane at Bosque Del Apache was flying low at the end of a very cold New Mexico day. His position provided a richly colored backdrop, while a slower shutter speed allowed a slight blurring of his wings, lending further drama and motion to the capture

 

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"Lobo"

The magnificent Grey Wolf, Canis lupus, is a remarkable creature that has been respected, revered and feared throughout history. This beautiful apex predator, also known as a Timber Wolf, is a very social and loyal animal that mates for life and shares in caring for all the young in its pack.

This mesmerizing photograph captures the intensity and intelligence behind the eyes of this fantastic animal as it stands poised on a boulder outside of Kalispell, Montana.

 

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"Tatiana (2003-2007)"

Siberian Tigers (panthera tigris altaica), the largest cat species in the world, are among the most majestic, powerful and elegant creatures on the planet. Tragically, these magnificent cats are endangered, with only 400-500 living in the wild.

The tiger in this photograph became famous when she was tragically killed after escaping her enclosure at the San Francisco Zoo. This photo was widely used by the news media, specifically MSNBC.com and other NBC affiliates.

In this photograph, Tatiana is crouched -- ready to pounce on an unspecting toy. I took this rare moment to capture her strength, beauty and grace. She will be missed

 

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"Lion Love"

An endearing example of how light and composition can tell a story. This photograph captures a tender, almost human, moment between two African lions. Known for their ferocity and formidable strength, this capture portrays another side...a sweet moment, revealing a loving prelude

 

[krscomputers]

wow

 

[HellGirl]

wow! love those pics

 

[DJU9]

Ela..