King penguins can be very comical first thing in the morning. They are extremely tentative as they contemplate actually getting into the water. These guys all seemed to be waiting for someone to take the plunge before joining in. Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 1600, f/4 at 1/800th of a second
Considering what may lurk ‘neath the waves, it is easy to understand their “hanging back”. They look like tuxedoed dudes waiting for a water taxi! Cool shot, Sean!
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King penguins can be very comical first thing in the morning. They are extremely tentative as they contemplate actually getting into the water. These guys all seemed to be waiting for someone to take the plunge before joining in.
Considering what may lurk ‘neath the waves, it is easy to understand their “hanging back”. They look like tuxedoed dudes waiting for a water taxi! Cool shot, Sean!
Thanks Sue. And yes, they were constantly on the lookout for the sea lions that patrol the shoreline.
great pic. good comp. ) thanks me.
Enchanting!
Thanks Claudia.
Water looks a little chilly even in a tuxedo
Beautiful shot of sunrise & rumbling water waves
Thanks Aunt Sue.
—– By dawns early light
—– When fierce waves rule its our time
—– For skinny dipping.