Beaver in the Sunset

© Randall J. Scholten

Beaver in the Sunset

Uploaded: July 03, 2012

Description


In this photo, a beaver pauses after surfacing to observe the one-eyed creature on the shore. After a moment, he glanced over his right shoulder as if to take a quick look at the crescent moon, and then casually disappeared under the reflections of the beautiful sunset.

Quote of the Day: I believe that there is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield to it, will direct us aright. ~Henry David Thoreau

Nikon D700, 20 mm f/2.8D Lens @ f/8, 1/250 second exposure. ISO 400. (6/23/2012, 8:58 PM. Garrison Lake, Port Orford, Oregon, USA)

Exif: F Number: 8, ExposureTime: 100/24999 seconds, ISO: 400, FocalLength: 20.00 mm, Model: NIKON D700

Comments

Mike R. Howe July 03, 2012

Stunning image,Randall...Beautifl work!! #1472865

Michelle Alton July 04, 2012

Exquisite image, wonderful description and quote. #10213565

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