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Nilgai Antelope Cows, Wildlife Safari-OR

© Denny E. Barnes
Deluxe Website: debarnesphotography.com

Nilgai Antelope Cows, Wildlife Safari-OR

Uploaded: April 12, 2010

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Wildlife Safari Nilgai Antelope, Oregon

The one real problem you have when driving through an animal park, taking photos out of the car window and can't get out, is composition. You take what you get, good or bad. Many of my photos were taken from the drivers side through the passenger side window...

Have a Great Day
f5.6, 1/125sec, ISO125, 150mm (18-200mm lens)




Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: -0.67, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 125, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 150.00 mm, Model: NIKON D300

Comments

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 12, 2010

The nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus), sometimes called nilgau, is an antelope, and is one of the most commonly seen wild animals of central and northern India and eastern Pakistan; it is also present in parts of southern Nepal. The mature males appear ox-like and are also known as blue bulls. The nilgai is the biggest Asian antelope. The generally blue-gray adult bulls have black legs, and some may be brown-tinged, particularly younger bulls. Cows and calves are pale brown. All have similar dark and white markings on their ears and legs. Only the males have horns, which are black-colored, short (about eighteen centimeters), sharp, and bicurved.
Nilgai were introduced in Texas in the 1920s as a zoo animal and are now found on some hunting ranches there and in the wild. Estimated population is 15,000 #1257882

Nancy L. Green level-classic April 12, 2010

I know what you mean!! Wonderful capture despite the difficulties Denny, very well done!! <>< #8528433

Amy M. Wilson April 12, 2010

Well worth your effort... great comp, details and clarity, Denny! #8528487

Jack Ryan April 12, 2010

However you took this one, you got a good grouping...excellent detail and color as well...neat shot! Once again, the interesting background info is a real plus...very well done, Denny!!! #8528535

Tiia Vissak April 12, 2010

a wonderful scene! #8528611

Robert R. Goodman April 12, 2010

Hi Denny,in Az we call that a drive by.Still a very beautiful image my friend.Excellent detail,color and clarity!!! #8528637

Monnie Ryan April 12, 2010

Agree it's a bit frustrating, but the alternative -- getting eaten by one of these wild critters -- makes me quite happy to stay in the car! You got this group beautifully! #8528705

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict April 12, 2010

Great animal image here, Denny.


Dominick #8528793

Ron McEwan April 12, 2010

Well composed and presented Denny. Like to visit this place some day. #8528796

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 12, 2010

Thank you very much Nancy, Amy, Jack, Tiia, Bobby, Monnie, Dominick and Ron!

In southern India, the locals belief, that nilgai are a cow and hence sacred, has protected it against hunting. However, nilgai are a crop menace, causing large-scale damages especially along the gangetic belt, especially in the Rohilkhand division of U.P.. It has been declared as vermin in northern India, and they may be legally hunted after obtaining a permit. #8528816

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe April 12, 2010

Great job even in a difficult situation, Denny. Excellent clarity, light and colors. Interesting info. #8528952

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 12, 2010

Thank you, Tammy! #8529090

Mike Clime April 12, 2010

It turned out really nice and sharp! I find I have to turn off my engine when I shoot with the long zoom. #8529232

John Connolly April 12, 2010

A wonderful capture of these beautiful animals, and excellent information also Denny!
Thanks for your identification of the Bernies Tamarind I posted yesterday, I will see if I can steal one and take it to our local nursery for positive identification, I thought tamarinds were tropical plants, but my mind is always open to new ideas. #8529379

Tammy Espino April 12, 2010

I can picture you hanging out the window shooting away :) Exellent job!! #8530091

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe April 13, 2010

Thank you , Mike, John and Tammy! #8531809

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