Never say die

© Chris Ebben

Never say die

Uploaded: February 11, 2012

Description

This Mangrove tree looks to have gone through a few tough times, but it's not giving up, see all the new Spring shoots on it!! Taken back in Nov 2010 at South West Rocks, at the back of the caravan park we stay in. I too am going through the archives!!! Lens aperture f/16, shutter speed 1/1000sec, focal length 48mm, ISO 1600.

Exif: F Number: 16, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 10/10000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, auto mode, ISO: 1600, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 48.00 mm, Model: NIKON D90

Comments

Mary K. Robison February 11, 2012

Perfect light falling on those nicely twisted branches and on the patches of new growth, Chris. Wonder how far along the tree is these days... #1442624

Jack Gaskin February 11, 2012

Cool
Mangroves the KEY to Life everyplace they grow.
Just a fascinating plant and it's AMAZING what they add to an eco-systeme ....

Jack #9976654

John Connolly February 11, 2012

It would be great to be back at SWR again right now, Chris! Love this lazy peaceful scene, and I am one huge fan of mangrove trees! #9977591

Chris Ebben February 11, 2012

I'll have to check this out next time I'm up there. John, I'd be back there in a flash. Thanks for the comments everyone. #9977686

Patrick Rouzes level-classic February 11, 2012

Had I not read your caption I would have thought this was the end of life for this Mangrove, Chris! That is amazing!
Love the tones, colors, clarity, foreground lighting, & peacefulness you captured here, my friend! Lovely work! #9978007

Stefania Barbier level-classic February 12, 2012

Beautiful serene scenery and capture!!! #9978603

Tammy Espino February 17, 2012

Wonderful capture and scenery! :) #9987642

Chris Ebben March 14, 2012

Thanks a lot, this is a very nice place to visit. #10038641

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