We took over 3,000 photos with two cameras and two iPhones in 10 days. I wasn’t sure how I would ever organize or narrow down the images, let alone my thoughts from our first photo safari. Then Mark told me he was tagging his with the D-65 Digital Workflow Lightroom Keyword tool. Under the category of “mammals” were carnivores, marsupials, primates…….. and “ungulates” or hooved mammals. Neither of us knew the word (no biology majors here) and I suspect people who do know it google the definition to be sure! So, for the next sub category of photos and experiences, I’m talking about ungulates (both even and odd toed).
Ungulates Who Look You in The Eye
All photographs, except for the last one, were taken by Mark Winslet. We are using Seth Resnick’s D-65 Keyword list product to tag our photos. It can be purchased at https://www.d-65.com/store/.
Wow, great photos! I’ve never taken that trip but it’s definitely on my list… now more than ever. It’s hard to choose a favorite, but those hippos are awfully cute.
Tracey, these are beautiful. How exciting to see animals like this in their natural habitat. Curious to know what lens Mark was using. I will check out the key word list. Nice job.
Ungulate is a new word for me. Such amazing photos – my favourite being the close-up of the giraffe. I’ve never noticed before now the tuffs of hair standing on the top of their ‘horns’ – like mini-mohawks 😉
After being on safari, when I came home I kept looking at the side of the road as I was driving expecting to see giraffes, zebras, and elephants. It’s been a long time but I still miss them.
Thank you Joanne! Another thing I learned is that the little hairs are common on females, as the males usually rub theirs off while knocking heads with each other!
Those are amazing photographs, Tracey. It must have been even more stunning to see these animals in person.
Deb
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Thank you Deb! Yes, it was a very special trip!
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Wow, great photos! I’ve never taken that trip but it’s definitely on my list… now more than ever. It’s hard to choose a favorite, but those hippos are awfully cute.
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Thank you! The hippos were really a surprise! We watched them a long time. So smelly and grumpy, yet so interesting and cute.
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Such amazing and beautiful photos!
Love, love, love…… and I learned a new word!
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We both did! Thanks Gloria!
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Squeeeee you must have had sooo much fun! I blooming love all these photos, especially the photos when they are staring into your eyes.
p.s we were similar on safari. If you take less than 3000 photos, did you even go? 😉
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We did and thanks! Yes, we could have probably taken more but didn’t want to hog the prime shooting positions in the vehicle. Haha!
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Happy for you! Thank you for sharing,
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Tracey, these are beautiful. How exciting to see animals like this in their natural habitat. Curious to know what lens Mark was using. I will check out the key word list. Nice job.
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Yes it was exciting and thank you! Mark was using a Canon 400 mm zoom.
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Ungulate is a new word for me. Such amazing photos – my favourite being the close-up of the giraffe. I’ve never noticed before now the tuffs of hair standing on the top of their ‘horns’ – like mini-mohawks 😉
After being on safari, when I came home I kept looking at the side of the road as I was driving expecting to see giraffes, zebras, and elephants. It’s been a long time but I still miss them.
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Thank you Joanne! Another thing I learned is that the little hairs are common on females, as the males usually rub theirs off while knocking heads with each other!
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hehehe! My thoughts instantly went to an explanation for male pattern baldness … a holdover from the behaviour of our human ancestors 🤣
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Now you have really found retirement! This looks like a once in a lifetime trip.
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I’ve had a few special trips, but this one is a stand-out.
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You can even see the eyelashes on the giraffes and no mascara…
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Insane photography! I’m jealous of your skill.
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Thanks for stopping by and the compliment!
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Beautiful images!!!! Thank for the education on Ungulates!
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Thank you, and you’re welcome! Who knew, right?
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Wonderful 🙂
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It was an incredible experience. Thanks for stopping by! I really enjoy your photography!
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What wonderful photos of an amazing trip!
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Dik-diks is a new animal for me and aren’t they unusual! Love the photographs, and I haven’t as yet had an opportunity to head to Africa for a safari.
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Suzanne, it was the trip of a lifetime! They are so cute, and we were thrilled to get up close to some on our last day there.
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Nice!
Those are amazing photographs. picture is really amazing.
thanks for sharing us.
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Thank you for your comment. We feel very fortunate to have been able to visit Tanzania.
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