Achene Observation [Contest Finalists July 2007]
Uploaded: July 24, 2007 07:19:47
The fruiting head of Western Salsify (Tragopogon dubius),
Nature Study Area, Hays High School, Kansas
My title is a play on words...an achene (pronounced a keen') is a dry one-seeded fruit that doesn't open at maturity.
Canon EF 300mm f/4.0L IS USM
10 aperture, 400 ISO, 1/500shutter
Kathleen Brennan July 24, 2007
Beautiful detail and color! #698121Nadya Johnson July 24, 2007
Beautiful!! A very fascinating capture, Lynn! The light, clarity and color are superb! #4548934Cheryl E. Molennor July 24, 2007
Very cool! #4549228Daniella Puente July 24, 2007
Wonderful deep detail so fine! love the image and the title :) #4549512Lorri Shane August 29, 2007
Hi Lynn! congratulations on your wonderful Finalist. How exciting!!!#4717521
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