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Wolves.. Mr and Mrs Alpha and Beta


Wolves.. Mr and Mrs Alpha and Beta
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Copyright: Vandana Bajikar (vandana2923) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2465 W: 125 N: 5702] (22207)
Genre: Places
Medium: Black & White
Date Taken: 2008-03-22
Categories: Nature
Camera: Nikon D80, Nikkor 18-200 f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AFS DX VR, UV
Exposure: f/5.3, 1/800 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Travelogue: Wolf Photo Shoot
Date Submitted: 2008-04-03 15:07
Viewed: 879
Favorites: 3 [view]
Points: 94
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
TL , here is my fourth photo of the wolf series
Read previous about the how where and when ..

Wolves are in fact in many ways like humans.. there social structure is strongly parallel with ours.
Also one of the reasons 'dogs' adopt so well with us.

In life.. if we like it or not, it is all about Leaders and Followers for us humans, with wolves the same ..

That's why branches of wolves Lupus Lupus became
'Canis Lupus ' or ..the Dog as we today know them

The idea is that wolves hung around with our primitive forfathers .. close to camps.. caves..people throw part of food to them for ? fun or compassion ..Call it love at distance..

Wolves also in return, where useful for the primitive humans as 'alarm systems': making noice when there was 'danger' on the horizon!!
Sir David Frederick Attenborough, known as: David Attenborough .. has this simple and logic theory : Some of the Homo sapiens (Latin: "wise man" or "knowing man") found young deserted wolve pups after the wolf Mamma was dead .. curious and charmed by the helpless and playful young .. the pups were carried 'home' to the cave.. and here we are .. the beginning of 'dog'

OK , saying all this lets move on :
Many many signals from your dog can be traced back to wolves..
Like .. when you go shopping.. some dogs carry a bag in there mouth with groceries home
Why ? In there subconcious its 'pray they carry home' .. to the nest .. where the young are..in need to be fed
Or the newspaper has the 'pray ' function...The stick you throw away.. the dog carry it home in his mind it is pray ..

Your household.. often the man in the house is seen for the dog as the leader of the pack, the Alpha ( a darker voice of a man plays part in this)
and often..when you play with a dog, he-she lies on back .. feet in the air , as a surrender sign

Also .. often when a dog goes to his plaid or basket.. he turns himself over a few times .. from one side to another, often in circles, before he settles down , this is called : 'grass crushing' behavior !
In the wild the high grass needs to be crushed and create this way as a under layer

Many more examples can be found .. and all lead back to the Roots of Dogs behavior :

Wolves!!

Here we see Tristan and licked by his wife Kailani,
The Alpha and Beta from my wolf pack. Mate for the life :-)

TL sorry, this is a litttle less sharp as I wanted..but hey.. when I see romance I shake/tremble :D

Thanks for your time Folks
Regards
Vandana
~~~~~~~
“A girl is a person who screams at the mouse and smiles at the wolf”
---Shyam Kapoor

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  • mbrito Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1638 W: 118 N: 2823] (11388)
  • [2008-04-03 15:19]

Hello Vandana,
Fantastic wolves again; fantastic b/w; fantastic compo.
Best regards, jmb

Hi Vandana

This is what I said before.. you are usingthe BW ... I love it

Amri HMS

Another great image Vandana, you have had such a fantastic experience with these wonderful animals---I too am loving your text about the adventure-you absolutely have to do a book and have some of these published----many congratulations for making the adventure pay off and not losing a minute of it---Lynne

I have a "romance" photo of two large/big turtles, but it is not as powerful as this one. Good choice of B&W for this photo. I might not able to sleep tonight if I don´t quit remembering the right side wolf´s teeth and his strong eyes.

Lorena

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  • EOSF1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1555 W: 124 N: 2196] (20277)
  • [2008-04-03 21:57]

Hello Vandana! I really like your wolves, well done on the choice of B&W and the composition. Very good work, thanks!

Mario

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  • Viking Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 996 W: 63 N: 782] (4383)
  • [2008-04-03 23:03]

Vandana
perfect for the wildlife theme..
nice black and grey colours and strong.. it really looks powerfull!
excellent mood at affection , thanks for an almost PROFESSIONAL story
Girl that it self is an TL Oscar. Sure now and then we pick up signes in wolve behaviour
but pups taken and held by simple people , yes, that would fill up gaps in how and why
Sure, it falls in places now. I am going to do something more .
Today at 11 am I am in Johns Salon for a hair treath (bbrrrrr)and we make an appointment
for a ZOO and wolves. This series of you works 'contagious'

I go to a ZOO and after your photo's simply climb over the fence :-)

Vandana, little brave Girl, this series is touching
Thanks thanks

Rob
ps
Demi , daughter wants to come too , wolves she just said , hahahahaha

I really like your picture vANDANA. It sure is very IMPRESSIVE. Would have loved it had it been slightly more sharp.
great work, keep it up
Bye

Hi Vandana,
Impressive moment you captured.
Excellent BW choice. TFS
Best regards,
Sorina

hi vandana

fantastic shot, fantastic wolves
good choice of B/W


good composition, good framing

tfs
jagroopsingh

hello vandana
i was waiting for another shot from you, as i was viewing your shots yeterday even i made one of them my faviourte.
this is also a nice shot, well captured though a little blurred may be because of their movement.

regards
manuj mehta

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  • yanm Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 557 W: 41 N: 849] (8440)
  • [2008-04-04 2:26]

I was going to say..."a little unsharp" before I read the comments :)

Glad you change it to sephia Vandana. Make it like and old and the pose, yes very very good.


Yan

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  • trekks Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2027 W: 147 N: 3408] (13641)
  • [2008-04-04 2:56]

hi Vandana

I like your wolf series and B&W version here. The couple makes a good pair here and reminds me of the song

Born to be Wild.

TFS, bill

Hi Vandana,


Great shot...
Emotional moment captured..
EXCELLENT.

jp

As you say Vandana not as sharp or clear as the previous three but still a fine natural image. A good pose captured and well composed. TFS,
David

Many thanks for your comment on ‘Fire – Swirling Clouds’

bonjour Vandana
impressionnant magnifique
merci de partager
bonne journee
michel

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4256 W: 414 N: 6770] (42500)
  • [2008-04-04 3:37]

Hi Vandana

It's sad that wolves are extinct, in many parts of the world. A superb b&w image, with ezxellent dof & sharpness. Tfs!

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  • gnada Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2662 W: 74 N: 4764] (21697)
  • [2008-04-04 3:57]

Hi Vandana...
Very pleasant capture & presentation..!
Great colors, contrast and sharpness.
Superb posting my dear friend! - Bravo...
Rgd.
George

Beautiful.
A very good photo full of emotions.
Well done
Pierre

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  • WMcK Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor [C: 663 W: 11 N: 1718] (6837)
  • [2008-04-04 5:25]
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Oh Vandana, this is so special. I love how their fur is being blown by the wind and the expression on the faces. You have managed to hold the wild feeling here . The use of Black and white is perfect and the long crop, ideal for this beautiful presentation. Another beauty.
Warm Regards
Wanda
Love the notes

Nice catch.
Good tones.
Maybe too out of focus here, but it gives it a great scary effect, like from a horror movie.

Did you know that "loba" in Spanish is a female wolf? And "lobo" a male one. But also Loba is my surname ;-)

TFS
Tom

Hello Vandana

Your series of Wolves is being wonderful.
Beautiful captures, fantastic close and incredible details!
Excellent BW choice. I loved to see that!
Best regards,
Greetings

Sérgio

Hi Vandana,
Another fantatic shot of these superb wolves. You notes always explain and give good details about them. This looks just like a wife bending her husbands ear!
FANTASTIC.
Keep them coming
TFS
Jane

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  • boonie Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1289 W: 69 N: 1538] (7679)
  • [2008-04-04 14:26]

Looks like a wisper in the ear. Interesting animals well captured and nice composition here. Little Red Ridinghood is just around the corner.

Dan

Good heavens Vandana
Here we have another strong photo of your terrif series
Did read a few new facts about wolves and dogs..I know you do read a lot of this subject lately
so I take your word for it..
Carrying 'pray' when my chickens and yoghurt is in the basket carried by my Kazan the Golden Retriever ?? lol..
but it makes sense some how
Vandana, Great shot.. great strong story
Thanks
John
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  • devylla Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 394 W: 19 N: 444] (2511)
  • [2008-04-04 17:09]

A great shot.
Great composition in b/w.
A beautiful note.
TFS

Regats,
Sabina
:) I'll be back

hello Vandana,

so this is Tristan.. now that Tristan choose Kailani a beta to be his mate for life automatically Kailani become an alpha too. thats what i know about this Grey Wolves..

another beautiful shot.. well done.. love it. kailani is so loving and affectionate :D have a wonderful weekend.

regards, terry

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  • Loup Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 107 W: 0 N: 74] (1321)
  • [2008-04-04 20:47]
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Hello Vandana,
Another fantatic shot!
Very wonderful work it's amazing!
I like to be whit you when you take all this picture of wolves....
Thank
Jasmine

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  • azaf1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 740 W: 61 N: 1255] (6932)
  • [2008-04-05 0:39]

Hi Vandana
Another of the series and each one of them has an attraction of its own. This scene of affection is really touching.
TFS
Argiris

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  • ayse51 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1716 W: 124 N: 1465] (20702)
  • [2008-04-05 0:45]

Hi Vandana,
incredible series go on.Very well taken.Congratulations.TFS.Necla.:)later.

Hello Vandana,
A beautiful Mr and Mrs Alpha with good B%W colours and lovely capture. Well done.TFS.
Greetings
H.Ayhan

Hi Vandana,
Excellent shot excellent capture of the moment...
Congrats.
TFS
Selahattin E

Hi Vandana,

Lovely moment . .
Great shot . .

Tfs,
Tjutjut

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  • Kiwis Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1273 W: 0 N: 189] (13118)
  • [2008-04-05 4:55]

Hi Vandana,
An another great wolfes shot! It's beautiful and good choice for the B&W. Great work. Thanks
Regards
Diane

ciao Vandana.. wolves again.. alfa e beta sounds as names so intriguing.. as we be in a wild movie!! good the "catch".. i like their expressions.. b&w is useful and nice here!! great note too! thanks
ciao Marco

Let me whisper some sweet nothings in your ear! LOVE this Vandana! They are so adorable! I would love to have a pair! Great shot, love the sepia here!
B-) B-)
Linda

Nice behavior capture! Good notes, sometimes around here I think I am not the alpha, wife & dog does not listen to me, but my grandson does most of the time :} Don

Hi Vandana,
Good serial wolfs. Fantastic shot. Very well done. Tfs. Stev

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  • salmi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 850 W: 5 N: 430] (4732)
  • [2008-04-05 15:35]

Hello Vandana,
Great series about wolfs, great note, I'm impressed!
Thanks,
Mihaela

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  • c_rapp Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 955 W: 20 N: 1282] (7282)
  • [2008-04-05 17:51]

Another absolutely incredible capture and what a great note to go with. Beautiful b/w with a touch of sepia. I like your 'on purpose' blur not everthing can be as sharp as their teeth. Great picture. TFS
Christan

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  • puffy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1791 W: 128 N: 3006] (16617)
  • [2008-04-06 0:58]

Hello my dear,

What a shot... great image, I think you love them very much in order to take such great shot! Fantastic composition and timing, I also like how you present it in black and white, good choice!!!


Have a good day,

Cheers,
Sweety

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  • milas Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2740 W: 412 N: 2987] (32929)
  • [2008-04-06 1:35]

Merhaba myfriend Dear VANDANA...
Wonderful shot and composition..
Good sharpness and details .
It's beautiful.
Selamlar

Excellently-captured expressions and animal double portrait. I like the sepia approach.

TFS,
Andreea

WoW so fantastic!.. Well done dear friend...TFS.

Hi Vandana, with your images with the wolves I am more sure that these animals are very lovely and very beautiful beings.
Thanks for it.-:)
Evangelos

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  • Josine Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 922 W: 21 N: 652] (4069)
  • [2008-04-08 22:52]

How sweet to see these'monsters' can be sp full off tenderness Vanny
I LOVE the very good note here, you sure did your research
Bye bye
Joos

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  • degani Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 176 W: 0 N: 262] (2624)
  • [2008-04-17 10:42]

Hi Vandana,
this is simply a great image, these two wonderful animals are photographed in a beautiful pose and expression, really very well done Vandana, brava
kind regards
franco

Hi Vandana
I apreciate very much your shots of wolves really i like this for the action.
i like wolves, I had one (Italian wolf) till fifteen years ago, now is not allowed bu was really great friend because was natural in feeling and really with double character, may be like me.
I found him in your shots.
Thanks to publish these photos very nice
Have a nice day and thank you again
Lucio

Beautiful ! Nice pair, the interaction is great to see.
Best regards,
Cath.

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