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Pool Clown

© Jack Gaskin

Pool Clown

Uploaded: May 12, 2011

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D80 Sigma 70-200@170mm ISO800 F4.5 SS1/1250
Shot in Raw adjustments in I-photo.

The LIGHTER SIDE OF BRONX ZOO LIFE .....
Even the Worlds largest Carnivore needs a bit of a distraction while cooling off in his pool. One of the largest challenges to zoo keepers is trying to provide stimulation and keep the animals in their charge active and in good physical condition.



Exif: F Number: 4.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1250 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 800, FocalLength: 170.00 mm, Model: NIKON D80

Comments

Avril Young May 12, 2011

my goodness, I want to go that zoo where you took all your fantastic photos, this on is so clear and sharp, feel as if I can touch him..
outstanding photography...
looks like he is having fun.. #1376354

Freddy Bland May 12, 2011

Such a cute capture, Jack! Terrific comp and details! #9400681

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe May 12, 2011

Fantastic fun capture, Jack. #9400682

Gregory R. Gaskin May 12, 2011

At first I thought you opened up your pool for the summer then I realized it was just a bear. Very nice capture, he looks pretty happy. #9400690

Gord MacEachern May 12, 2011

Wonderful capture here Jack, this polar bear seems to be having fun, very well done!! #9400698

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe May 12, 2011

Fantastic capture and info Jack!! #9400747

Tiia Vissak May 12, 2011

a wonderful portrait! #9400794

Karen E. Michaels level-deluxe May 12, 2011

Nice one Jack. One happy bear, and who is gonna tell him otherwise. #9400813

Jyri Vissak May 12, 2011

Great timing! Funny! Well done. #9400830

Ray Thoms May 12, 2011

Great image Jack....he does appear happy... #9400846

Michelle Alton May 12, 2011

Just a bear?

I always wonder if the animals in zoos are enjoying life. Kudos to this polar bear's keeper. #9400879

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic May 12, 2011

Cute!! He's adorable! #9400901

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer May 12, 2011

He sure seems to enjoy it! Wonderful image, Jack. #9400917

Ron McEwan May 12, 2011

I agree with Avril Jack, you zoo trip has produced some amazing images, keep them coming. #9400935

R. J. Laudenbacher level-classic May 12, 2011

What isn't there to love about this guys Jack? Nothing...I love it all. #9401009

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic May 12, 2011

Oh my gosh, this is so delightful. Playtime at the zoo. What a treasure jack. #9401028

Robert R. Goodman May 12, 2011

Excellent capture,Jack.Looks ike he is having a lot of fun.Wonderful detail and color!!! #9401065

Amy M. Wilson May 12, 2011

Fun capture, Jack... looks like he's enjoying himself! #9401131

Terry Cervi level-deluxe May 12, 2011

How cute this is, Jack! I love the way his one foot is sticking out of the water. Made me smile! A terrific shot! #9401178

Patricia Seidler May 12, 2011

Everytime I have been to the Bronx Zoo this bear was just lying around!

What a fun capture of him being active! #9401334

Karen Celella May 12, 2011

Great capture, Jack. The Bronx Zoo is one of the very best! #9401350

Ann Coates level-classic May 12, 2011

These animals sure need that stimulation in a zoo environment. Zoos have certainly changed their ideas and it is good to see the lengths the keepers go to to stop the animals from getting bored. A terrific capture here Jack. #9401597

Mike Clime May 12, 2011

Cool capture and the bright red ring really adds to it, Jack! #9401623

Courtenay Vanderbilt May 12, 2011

Oh my gosh, Jack, that is just too cute! A wonderful moment captured and I love that pop of red! #9401734

Ellen Hodges May 12, 2011

Super awesome light in this excellent and cute capture, Jack!' #9401763

Claudia Kuhn level-classic May 12, 2011

What a laid back and relaxing time in the pool, cute capture Jack. #9401788

Jeffrey R. Bange May 12, 2011

Great shot Jack, I checked my photos and have the same identical shot. Sorry you were not able to make it today but next Thursday sounds good to me. The gorillas were pretty active today and the A.C. was on so it was nice and comfortable inside. They give them snacks around 1:00 so they all become very active, good time to be there.

Enjoy your weekend and I'll speak to you next week. #9401837

Barbara Waldoch May 12, 2011

LOL Terrific catch, Jack! #9401993

Nancy (Peaches) Harker May 12, 2011

OMG HOW CUUUUUTE!!!
AWESOME catch! #9402227

Nancy (Peaches) Harker May 12, 2011

I forgot, you are right about the snapper, I read the description wrong when I was seeing what kind it was, THANKS for letting me know :)
I found another the day before, I will post more, she was a bit smaller and a bit more brown, but not none the happier LOL #9402228

Robert K. Bemus level-classic May 12, 2011

He looks like a handful for the zookeepers...great moment and capture, Jack!! #9402232

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict May 14, 2011

Glad you caught him in a happy mood, Jack, he sure loves that toy ring!

Great shot!
Debby #9404974

Emile Abbott level-deluxe August 16, 2011

Looks like he is having fun in captivity #9607746

Mary K. Robison November 12, 2011

What a sweet bear photo, Jack! He looks like he has the biggest grin on his face. Nice to know zoo personnel are finding ways to help the animals enjoy their enclosed circumstances. #9799528

Guy D. Biechele level-classic April 29, 2012

LOL!! Delightful shot! #10113589

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