Comment from Ray Gordon
Charlotte, this is a fine presentation of a Barbary Macaque. Nicely positioned, and looks like he is posing just for you. You have done a great job positioning this in the frame. The beat of luck in the contest. Ray

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 06-Mar-2024

Thank you very much Ray!
Charlotte

Comment from Christine389
I'm so sorry not to have a six star rating left for this little chap because it's a wonderful photograph. Well composed, I like how he fills the frame and perfect clarity. Interesting notes too. It's good to see you back Charlotte, are you home from your travels now?

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Hi Christine! Yes finally back home - exhausted and broke! lol
No worries about the six, a virtual one is just as wonderful! Thank you for your great review. I hope you?re well?
Charlotte

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is an excellent shot of the little ape. You have framed it well. The focus, clarity, light, and composition in black and white have worked well. Good effort!

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you very much!
Charlotte

Comment from Zilyram
So cute and a beautifully composed image of the Barbary macaque. So wonderful to hear of success in releasing back into wild our Monarto Zoo has done the same with several different species of animals.
Your focus is sharp and the use of black and white is great.

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and high rating! I?m so pleased that more and more zoos and parks are beginning to reintroduce rare animals into the wild, it?s so important and well worth supporting those who do!
Charlotte

Comment from orchidrn
A very cute submission to the contest, and well done in black and white format. Focus and clarity are very good showing great detail of his hair and that mischievous face. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 01-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you very much!
Charlotte

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Charlotte,
A very beautiful black and white picture of this Barbara macaque monkey watching you from it's perch in a tree. The light sparkling in it's eyes as it stands out clearly from the blurred dappled light & dark background. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus. Good luck in the contest.
Susan

 Comment Written 01-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you so much Susan, for your great review and even more for that extra star!
Charlotte

Comment from Glena Jessee-King
He looks so lovable in body, like you could hug him, then that wrinkled face may tell a different story. What large ears he has. The limb is well photographed too. Enjoyed your commentary, info much.

 Comment Written 01-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you very much Glena, I?m not sure how he?d take being hugged, but they are all so used to people that he may not mind at all! :)
Charlotte

reply by Glena Jessee-King on 06-Mar-2024

He is precious, dear friend. You get some really great photos.

reply by the author on 06-Mar-2024

Thank you Glena, I really appreciate your kind words.
Charlotte

Comment from nikman
A good looking image presented here into the competition! Your fine and classical composition offers us an enjoyable view of that baby ape, looking curiously at you. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 01-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thanks Nikman

Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn
A very sweet and endearing picture of this little monkey as it sits amongst the branches. Composition, shades and use of black-and-white is very appealing. Well done.

 Comment Written 01-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you very much Maureen!
Charlotte

Comment from alaskapat
Nice entry for this contest, it appears that this little guy is posing for you! I like his position within the frame and the adorable pose!
Well focused, this image is clear and you have managed exposure correctly.
Nice tones in the B&W.
Love that facial expression and the clear eyes!
Well composed and presented!
Best wishes to you in this contest!

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 Comment Written 01-Mar-2024

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reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024

Thank you so much Pat, he was such a cutie I just couldn?t resist him!
Charlotte