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Copyright: karan A L (hester) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1377 W: 31 N: 1559] (9563)
Genre: People
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-03-01
Categories: Nature
Camera: Cannon 40D, Canon L 100-400mm, f4.5-5.6, IS USM
Exposure: f/6.3, 1/200 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Date Submitted: 2008-03-17 11:02
Viewed: 513
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 50
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
I have posted a close up shot of a weasel on this site but I haven't shown you the body of this tiny fellow. These are very quick and difficult to photograph. This was taken at the British Wildlife Centre in Surrey.I was lucky that he stopped for a few seconds to have a look around.

I will post a crop of this photo as a workshop so you can see the face in more detail

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Weasels info from the BBC
Statistics
Head and body length: 17-25cm, Weight: 48-107g.



Physical Description
Weasels have a very slim, cylindrical body. There are two sub-species - the northern European pygmy or snow weasel, and the common weasel, found further south. In general, the body size is smaller in northern populations.

The fur is chestnut brown, with white fur below. Northern and eastern weasels turn white in winter, whilst southern European varieties stay brown.



Distribution
Common weasels are found in central and western Europe and the Mediterranean region (but not the Mediterranean islands). They also inhabit N. Africa, Asia and North America, and were introduced to New Zealand.



Habitat
Weasels will live almost anywhere that they can obtain cover and prey, including sand dunes, grassland, woodland and mountains.



Diet
Weasels mostly eat rodents, such as voles and mice, supplemented by birds or eggs in season. They must eat every 24 hours to avoid starvation. Weasels are active both day and night, alternating periods of activity with a few hours of rest.



Behaviour
They live in burrows taken over from their prey, such as under tree roots. They have a range of 1-25 hectares, and they scent mark their territory. Weasels are normally solitary, and there is no pair bond between adults, and no parental care by the male.



Reproduction
The young are born in April/May. Unlike stoats, there is no delayed implantation of the fertilised egg. The average litter is 4-6 kits and the young are weaned at four weeks, at which time their eyes open.

They can kill efficiently at eight weeks, and are sexually mature at 3-4 months. Very few live longer than two years in the wild. Weasels have sharp eyesight and excellent hearing.
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  • OWO Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 202 W: 71 N: 332] (2329)
  • [2008-03-17 11:05]

Hi Karan,

Well my first impression when opening this one was ...WOW!!!
Great detail, perfect tight shot, razor sharp and very nice colors in this weasel shot. I love wildlife shots and this one is special! Faving it if you don't mind.

Greetings,

Edwin

Hi Karen,
I have to agree WOW great shot. Weasels are not the easiest of things to photograph you have managed to catch this little fella so sharp and beautiful colours.
TFS
Jane

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  • Derona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 163 W: 106 N: 385] (2146)
  • [2008-03-17 11:39]

Hi Karan

Wonderful details, colour and lighting.
You were very lucky that he stopped for a few seconds.
Very well captured.

Regards Derek

Hello Karan,
great shot indeed,
splendid colours and outstanding focus, lighting and composition are just perfect,
very very well done,
cheer,
friendly,
Pat

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  • BenF Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 376 W: 0 N: 350] (2987)
  • [2008-03-17 11:56]

Hi Karan,
This is a super sharp shot with excellent dof.
Great exposure.
Very well done,
BEn

Hi Karen,
Lovely and big wonderful presentation.
Lovely animal composition and colours.
Well done.TFS
Greetings
H.Ayhan

Absolutely WOW...Stunning....

tie...harry

Bonjour Karan
Un instant superbement capté avec un très joli fond qui met bien en valeur le sujet et la netteté est parfaite, bravo à toi j'aime beaucoup
Eric

Very nice sharp photo. Good details.
He is very alert. Great catch
TFS
Cynthia

well contrasting with BG, sharpness is OK, fine exposure, another cute animal in your galery :)
regards
jo

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  • Arox Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 84 W: 11 N: 47] (724)
  • [2008-03-17 14:06]

Hi Karan,

Great shot! beautiful sharpness! = add to favorite:)

Greetings
Arox

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  • juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2390 W: 0 N: 770] (12756)
  • [2008-03-17 15:07]

Hola Karan,
precioso trabajo,
bella captura detalles y pov.
bg excelente,
buena iluminación y color.
saludos

Hello Karan,

You are right about their speed!
I have seen them running along the drystone walls near home but they are far too quick and nervous to be photographed easily!

This is an excellent shot: sharp, detailed and naturally coloured. I like the alert attitude he is adopting! Well done!

kind regards,
Bev :-)

hi karan, he looks very alert, smelling the air maybe, great composition and the clarity and focus is spot on, nice job,
tfs,
scott

Hi Karan, perfect focus on this lovely creature, wonderful details and excellent sharpness, splendid OOF BG, very well done, ciao Silvio

Hello Karan,
Beautifull photo of a beautifull friend. He's realy alert but I think for something good, all he shines in beauty and hapiness.
Great sharpness against the background.
My regards, jmb

Hello Karan,
A lovely little fellow!
I'm amazed how clean they always look, compared to domestic animals like sheep and cows living outdoor part of the year...
He poses like a dream, great details in the fur coat!
Greetings,
Pablo -

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  • tibig Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 624 W: 25 N: 587] (6583)
  • [2008-03-18 12:38]

Neat shot, Karan. Sadly, the only way I saw these critters is as collars on old ladies...
Regards,
Tibi

Hi Karan,
Another excellent shot of the weasel. The details and sharpness are superb. Wonderful colours and contrast, and a great POV. The whole composition is excellent, congratulations!
TFS
Barbara

Hello Karan!
Lovely small animal!
Perfect clarity and great clarity!
Beautiful colours!
Best regards!
Lili

Hello Karan,
great capture of thisd adorable little guy, so cute! very nice composition and good pov, excellent sharpness and superb depth of field, that background is wonderful, beautiful colors and fantastic details, great pose and nice light. well done!
Angela

Perfect in every way Karen... i love the sharpness in the eye.

Regards Mark :)

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  • AJ786 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 778 W: 59 N: 1046] (6669)
  • [2008-03-25 0:42]

Hi Hester,

WOW..another amazing animal potrait from your gallery. AMazing details and clarity and yes it is alovely pose by the weasel in fornt of your camera. Excellent.

TFS

Cheers
AJ786
:-)

Very clear and colorful photo, Karan ! Great compo. Good note too.
greetings,
Joop!

Dzen dobry Koran!
Funny animal! very good job!good details!!!
ALiaksandr

Lovely wildlife shot - another masterful picture. Great colours and details, even more so considering how quick these little thngs are!
Thanks for sharing
Mark

You did just great Karan!

Outstanding details. Thanks to the collaboration of your nervous model. Colors and composition are just perfect.
Bravo!
Robert

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