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Posing Pook


Posing Pook
Photo Information
Copyright: Steven Parata (superaudio) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 236 W: 85 N: 177] (4530)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-05-16
Categories: Daily Life, Humorous, Nature, Decisive Moment, Portrait
Camera: Sony Alpha DSLR A300, Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di-II LD As, Marumi CPL DHG Slim 62mm
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-05-24 0:29
Viewed: 181
Points: 4
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A Pukeko at Wanganui's Virginia Lake

What is a Pukeko?

Notes below from: http://www.pukeko.ws/bird.html

The Pukeko, or New Zealand Swamp Hen is a member of the rail family, and is similar to other species found all over the world. It is one of the few New Zealand native birds to have flourished since the arrival of man, and can be found in almost any grassland area, especially in swampy locations. Groups will often be seen foraging for food in road-side areas.

With their bright blue plumage and red beaks, they easily stand out against the New Zealand greenery, particularly when their white tail feathers begin flashing in alarm. Just why they have struck a chord with the Kiwi psyche is hard to say, but you'll find their images on all manner of art and craft works. Ask any visitor to New Zealand what bird they remember most, and they will more than likely answer, "The Pukeko!"
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To Pudipie: LOL :) Thanks for viewingsuperaudio 1 05-25 13:43
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Hi Steven,
Awesome shot of this Pukeko, the colours are very striking and you got him from a great POV. The focus is spot on, as is the clarity. Coincidentally we both used the word 'posing' in our titles tonight, I quickly changed mine as soon as I saw it, lol. Well taken.

TFS,
Scott.

Darn birds, beautiful shot and you can see what is going through that critters mind. Had a family of the blasted birds occupy my back veranda many years ago up the Buller river and was greeted with'presents' every time we opened the door. We had previously been up the high country and had the other feathered comedian, yup,Kea, pulling leadhead nails out of the roof at 3am on snowy morning just for kicks. As long as I can find lovely photos of them like this I dont miss them one tiny bit.TFS
Diane

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