Just sharing good news.
A photo that I took in March of a young Brandt’s cormorant at the Coast Guard Breakwater has won 1st place in the Sanctuary Life category of the National Marine Sanctuaries’ photo contest Get Into Your Sanctuary. I’m surprised and pleased that an everyday coastal bird (that I happen to like) won!
My thanks to the contest organizers and to everyone who has supported my sharing of Monterey Bay experiences.
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Excellent photograph!
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Thank you, Belinda. It’s one of my favorites.
I’m enjoying your photos, too.
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Congratulations! What a great shot!
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Thanks, Gunta.
I love cormorants’ eyes. They’re so jewel-like. They always make close-up shots really interesting.
Chris
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…and how very clever of you to catch them so well!
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It is an amazing shot!
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Thanks, Adrian.
I’m always amazed at how the best shots are often the easiest to take. This cormorant stood on the breakwater preening for a long time while I took my time taking photos. It was too easy.
By the way, I love your nonsensical website.
Chris
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Beautiful bird, and your photo is oh so nice. Congratulations.
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It is a beautiful bird. And cormorants are so hard working. Thanks, Steve.
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