Marilyn Ross  


King of the Jungle by Marilyn Ross

June 2021 - King of the Jungle

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Went to the local zoo. Waited a long time for the lion to yawn before his nap. 1/2000 sec. f/6.3 270mm, ISO 200


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8 comments posted




Shirley Ward   Shirley Ward
Having the background dark really makes the animal stand out better....patience is what makes this photo very unusual...   Posted: 06/11/2021 15:24:26
Marilyn Ross   Marilyn Ross
thank you Shirley. It was worth the wait.   Posted: 06/17/2021 18:40:25



Adelet Kegley   Adelet Kegley
Awesome capture. My lions are always sleeping. Definitely great background. Neat shot.   Posted: 06/12/2021 08:42:53
Marilyn Ross   Marilyn Ross
Thank you Adelet.   Posted: 06/17/2021 18:40:59



Dave Edwards   Dave Edwards
(Group 51)
Your patience paid off with this image. The depth of field and catching the lion in the bright sun really makes the lion stand out. A very nice, unique zoo image. Good job.   Posted: 06/12/2021 11:52:18
Marilyn Ross   Marilyn Ross
Thank you Dave   Posted: 06/17/2021 18:41:24



Julia Parrish   Julia Parrish
So glad this was in a zoo! Great detail and great capture. Those teeth are amazing!   Posted: 06/15/2021 12:40:37
Marilyn Ross   Marilyn Ross
Thank you Julia. I also was glad it was a zoo.   Posted: 06/17/2021 18:42:52