Iberian Lynx with Prey + Edit

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Description

Spain
We were fortunate to find a small family of lynx, hunting in the fields.
This adult male chased down a rabbit.
Between heavy rainshowers all day - the lynx’s fur was quite wet

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Sony A1
FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS @ 594 mm
Date Taken: 2023-11-29 01:06:56
Exposure Time: 1/200 sec
F Number: f/6.3
ISO Speed Ratings: ISO 2000
Exposure Program: Manual
Metering Mode: Multi-segment
Exposure Bias: 0 EV

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Awesome encounter, Sandy. Frankly, I just think it’s cool to see a spontaneous shot of this species rather than just the hide photos everyone’s getting these days (and predation is obviously a bonus).

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This is a great image Sandy. I like the head turn to see what is coming after his prey, and the challenging look, saying, “just try it.” Nice image and detail in both bunny and lynx.

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A great looking back pose with a kill, I really liked the expressions of the Lynx. You may selectively brighten the subject.

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@JRajput
Thank you, J.

Done and edit posted. Small crop change as well.

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Amazing capture Sandy! Such a great moment immortalized. My wife and I will be attending a 3 day workshop in Spain next month focusing on the Iberian Lynx. I will walk a happy if I am able to capture anything as cool as this!

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@matthew4
Thank you! Best of luck with your lynx workshop - they should know places the lynx hang out and put you there. Lots of other cool critters and birds as well.