Giraffe birth
Apr 29, 2014 09:37:11 #
While visiting San Diego Safari Park I was lucky enough to witness and photograph a giraffe being born. From a 6ft drop on it's head to walking away in about an hour.
Ready to drop
Lifting it's head to look around
Trying to stand
Walking into a canyon
Apr 29, 2014 09:43:31 #
Incredible timing! Great series! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Apr 29, 2014 09:47:05 #
Apr 29, 2014 09:48:16 #
gse33 wrote:
While visiting San Diego Safari Park I was lucky enough to witness and photograph a giraffe being born. From a 6ft drop on it's head to walking away in about an hour.
Very good Gse33! You were in the right place, at the right time, and used the time wisely. Good job!
Apr 29, 2014 10:16:24 #
Apr 29, 2014 10:19:16 #
gse33 wrote:
While visiting San Diego Safari Park I was lucky enough to witness and photograph a giraffe being born. From a 6ft drop on it's head to walking away in about an hour.
I guess that long neck helps absorb some of the shock from the drop. Great timing.
Apr 29, 2014 10:45:30 #
I love there is a gathering of giraffes around the newborn! Great welcome!
Apr 29, 2014 10:51:07 #
What an amazing series! How fortunate you were to see this, and how fortunate we are that you've shared it.
The SD Wildlife Park is a wonderful place to get photos like this without having to make a long, expensive trip out of the country. They do a great job with their habitats.
The SD Wildlife Park is a wonderful place to get photos like this without having to make a long, expensive trip out of the country. They do a great job with their habitats.
Apr 29, 2014 11:41:12 #
Not sure if you know this but I believe that drop is what reverses their respiratory and circulation to work after birth. Its awesome to see such a wonderful event.
Apr 29, 2014 14:25:11 #
It's fascinating seeing the protective ring formed around the infant. Thanks for sharing something I would never have seen otherwise.
Is UHH great, or what?
Is UHH great, or what?
Apr 29, 2014 14:27:16 #
davefales wrote:
It's fascinating seeing the protective ring formed around the infant. Thanks for sharing something I would never have seen otherwise.
Is UHH great, or what?
Is UHH great, or what?
You bet, Dave, IT IS!
Apr 29, 2014 14:28:57 #
Apr 29, 2014 15:05:33 #
gse33 wrote:
While visiting San Diego Safari Park I was lucky enough to witness and photograph a giraffe being born. From a 6ft drop on it's head to walking away in about an hour.
Congratulations, great set.
Apr 29, 2014 21:47:27 #
gse33 wrote:
While visiting San Diego Safari Park I was lucky enough to witness and photograph a giraffe being born. From a 6ft drop on it's head to walking away in about an hour.
WOW.......... How Awesome is that!!
Apr 29, 2014 21:50:00 #
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