A rare sight

Uploaded: May 16, 2011

Description

We had to be sneaky to catch this guy showing off; they always manage to do so in the restricted areas. :-)

Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/3200 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 800, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 70.00 mm, Model: NIKON D700

Comments

Linda D. Lester level-classic May 16, 2011

Hey neighbor....you did good! I didn't like mine! See ya soon! #1377381

R. J. Laudenbacher level-classic May 16, 2011

WOW Courtenay what a beautiful shot. A rare sight indeed and you captured it to perfection. #9406698

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe May 16, 2011

Outstanding details and capture, Courtenay. What a beauty. #9406707

Anita Hogue May 16, 2011

WOW, such a treat for us to see your capture! Awesome! #9406717

Amy M. Wilson May 16, 2011

Great capture of this rare beauty... love the details and clarity, Courtenay! #9406730

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic May 16, 2011

Love this! Great catch! #9406744

Leslie McLain level-classic May 16, 2011

Amazing capture and details, Courtenay. #9406780

Jessica Jenney May 16, 2011

Fabulous capture and incredible detail, Courtenay! What a beauty! #9406843

John Rivera level-deluxe May 16, 2011

Great comp and capture! #9406866

Ken Smith level-classic May 16, 2011

Excellent, Courtenay! Definitely a rare sight. Enjoy your morning! #9406875

Mary Timman May 16, 2011

Oh wow...stunning! #9406891

Robert R. Goodman May 16, 2011

Hi Courtenay,Haven't seen a white peacock in years.Beautiful capture my friend,wonderful detail and clarity!!!! #9406893

Michelle Alton May 16, 2011

Thrilling capture, Courtenay! #9406946

Melissa Olsen May 16, 2011

Perfection! #9406999

Ron McEwan May 16, 2011

Eddie my rare white squirrel got nothing. Know you will do better with this beauty. #9407020

Terry Cervi level-deluxe May 16, 2011

I've never seen a white peacock but I'll bet they're just gorgeous and you've captured him beautifully, Courtenay! You were lucky to get him while displaying his beautiful feathers! #9407056

Jeana Clark May 16, 2011


Would definatly be a rare sight for me to see!! These white peacocks are so lovely and I have to admit..I've only seen them in pictures...This is a fantastic capture with outstanding details!! WELL DONE BDB!!!

~J~ #9407091

Avril Young May 16, 2011

wow, the background looks like it is made of lace...stunning! #9407092

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic May 16, 2011

Beautiful bird and image!! #9407121

Karen Celella May 16, 2011

Fabulous, Courtenay! #9407145

Douglas Pignet May 16, 2011

lovely capture with wonderful tones and comp...well done #9407200

Michael Frazier level-classic May 16, 2011

Great shot Courtenay. Talk about perfect timing. #9407333

Claudia Kuhn level-classic May 16, 2011

Beautiful capture Courtenay! #9407428

Danny B. Head May 16, 2011

That's just too cool! #9407442

John Benway May 16, 2011

Gorgeous work Courtenay, and done to perfection.
John #9407467

Stephen Zacker May 16, 2011

Like that profile and the way you filled the frame. He looks proud
:-) #9407472

Ann Coates level-classic May 16, 2011

What a beautiful and rare sight indeed. #9407491

Mike Clime May 16, 2011

What a beautiful bird this is, Courtenay! The details and textures are outstanding! #9407587

Jack Gaskin May 16, 2011

AWESOME Capture never seen an ALL WHITE one before.

Happy Shooting
Jack #9407669

MELODIE C. ROBERTS May 16, 2011

He looks like he has seen a ghost ;0)

This is awesome Court

Great de "tail" and lighting #9407743

Patrick Rouzes level-classic May 16, 2011

A unique & exceptional image with beautiful tones, textures, detail, clarity & comp here, Courtenay! Captivating image & work, my friend! #9407917

Tamara K. Walker level-classic May 16, 2011

Beautiful, fantastic textures. #9407931

Wm Nosal May 17, 2011

Great Shot, Courtenay! #9409464

Lorna Shutter May 17, 2011

Like beautifully woven linen and lace! ... Absolutely stunning! Love the intricate detail and fabulous clarity! You did good, Court! A very rare capture indeed! :) #9409659

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic May 17, 2011

I never would have expected to see all this fine detail. What a magnificent creature and capture. #9409751

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic May 19, 2011

Such a great shot of this cool bird!
~♥~ #9413967

Carla Capra Anderson May 24, 2011

Hi Courtenay;
I've never seen a white peacock before. This is a special treat and beautifully photographed. Outstanding image.
Thanks for sharing this one.
;) CC #9425689

JO ANN CLEVELAND May 29, 2011

Fannnn....tastic Courtenay!

jo ann c. #9434532

Jimmy Day September 27, 2011

Very, very nice !! #9699390

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