The itch

Uploaded: September 04, 2009

Description

This the same 12 point bull elk from Wednesday. He had an itch. This was incredible to witness!

Taken with my 70-200mm 2.8 L lens - Handheld
in the RMNP.

It's Friday!!!!!!!

Thank you again for all your support and friendship!

Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/160 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 135.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi

Comments

September 04, 2009

aww, beautiful shot, Kim! #1176372

Monnie Ryan September 04, 2009

Those awesome antlers would make great scratching tools, but I'll bet it's tough to direct them where the itch is! Another terrific shot, Kim! #7914834

Robert R. Goodman September 04, 2009

Hi Kim,He is such a beautiful bull elk.Gorgeous capture my friend!!!! #7914845

frank w. degenhardt September 04, 2009

Kim- This whole series has been a wildlife lovers dream. You have taken advantage of this spectacular scene with some amazing camera work. Each one is a beauty in itself. To see them in a series like this makes them so much more special. Again you have shown your mastery with perfect lighting, wonderful clarity, capturing the beauty of thier colors and features. Love the rack on this one.
Gorgeous work my friend.
Have a great long weekend, enjoy it, be safe. #7914888

Ruth Grimm September 04, 2009

Another fantastic image of this stunning beast! Great capture!! #7915116

David Phalen September 04, 2009

A real slice of life (Elk style) capture!! Well done Kim!! #7915129

Nadya Johnson September 04, 2009

Outstanding capture, Kim! #7915160

Melissa Olsen September 04, 2009

Looks like a painting...wonderful! #7915441

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe September 04, 2009

Wonderful capture once again, Kim. #7915560

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna September 04, 2009

This whole series is totally incredible, Kim!!! :-) k #7915895

Ron McEwan September 04, 2009

Kim your series on the elks have been fascinating and beautiful and this one is no exception. #7915953

Valentin M. Armianu September 04, 2009

Awesome wild life capture, Kim!! #7916124

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