Emperor Penguins

Adult Emperor Penguin feeding its chick on the sea ice off the coast of Antarctica.

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designeco.net says:

Where is this photo taken? Great shot for such a grey day.
Posted 54 months ago. ( permalink )

BrynJ says:

Cheers. This was taken on the coast about 20 km from our base (Halley 75 S, 26 W) on New Years' Day.
Posted 54 months ago. ( permalink )

gypsy girl says:

jealous, jealous, jealous! the family all huddled over to the right look like they're off for a walk in the park.
Posted 52 months ago. ( permalink )

Wolfy says:

I like the lighting in this.
Posted 52 months ago. ( permalink )

Maria*PA says:

I love how the color on the adult penguin is the only real color in the shot. Great scene.
Posted 52 months ago. ( permalink )

Ludmilka says:

Amazing capture!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted 52 months ago. ( permalink )

Kevin Steele says:

Fabulous.
Posted 52 months ago. ( permalink )

Daniel Tückmantel says:

Poor Mr Pinguin, when he sees your set he's really missing home!

;-)
Posted 51 months ago. ( permalink )

come-undone says:

too cute for words!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

aaaah....Awesome! I really envy you for having a chance to actually see penguins alive!WOW!

Reminds me of that amazing movie "March of the Penguins" directed by Luc Jacquet. Unbelievable!

Great job, Bryn!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

moonchild says:

that is so lovely
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

lisa7c says:

A very sweet photo.
Posted 49 months ago. ( permalink )

ShawnXian (Busy trying to Heal) says:

Love your work.
Posted 47 months ago. ( permalink )

bocavermelha-l.b. says:

Superb catch!!!!

Bryn, can u please add this picture to PORTFOLIO?
It will be a valuable and lovely posting to the group!
Posted 45 months ago. ( permalink )

Buck Forester says:

Amazing! I need to go there, bad!
Posted 45 months ago. ( permalink )

camden hackworth says:

Another favorite.
Posted 45 months ago. ( permalink )

Foto John says:

Absolutely superb in all aspects!
This is undoubtably one of the best nature/wildlife photo's I've ever seen on 'Flickr' and a most instant favourite!
Posted 45 months ago. ( permalink )

Luís Louro says:

Stunnig shot!!! well done!
Posted 44 months ago. ( permalink )

Sparkle~and~Fade says:

I can't believe I failed to comment/fave this one before! What an absolutely stunning shot! The colours, the background, the capture of light, the pose you've caught the penguins in - they are all perfect. This is a timeless shot - excellent work as always! Well done :)
Posted 41 months ago. ( permalink )

Saulo Urany says:

WOW!!!!!
Amazing!
Posted 41 months ago. ( permalink )

jaxybelle says:

Fantastic, thanks for sharing your photos.
Posted 40 months ago. ( permalink )

dvdyke says:

Superb!

This image has been invited for submission at the Animal Kingdom group! The Animal Kingdom group allows for only the finest images of creatures to be submitted. By invite only; please read rules!

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Posted 40 months ago. ( permalink )

Helen84 says:

Wow, Great shot! This must have been a really amazing experience, you're so lucky!!!
Posted 40 months ago. ( permalink )

Insnay says:

Wonderful!!!! Great shot
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

ThePhoenix101 says:

A Big Fave
Please add this to www.flickr.com/groups/bigfave
Posted 38 months ago. ( permalink )

Pύγkamo@Tнαi says:

sooo cool shot!! beautiful really i like this photo!!
Posted 37 months ago. ( permalink )

nlnnet says:

Here is a penguin video from the New England Aquarium:

Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

= [ ©reaŤive® ] = says:

wooooooow
Great =D

FAV
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

grufti [deleted] says:

You win a trophy!
So cute!!
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

Cory' says:

Stunning, the highest quality, great capture

I really like your your Animal Photography - I would like to invite you to join Ultimate Animal Photography

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Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

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This is a great photo! Congratulations!

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Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

Choco Sea says:

This is so beautiful! Just like a postcard. After I watched the movie "March of the Penguins", I have fallen in love with this lovely creatures and really wanna see them in real some day in my life!
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

u c c r o w says:

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Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

aberdidi says:

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Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

suyash kant [deleted] says:

dats cled luv..nd dat shws they lve btter than us..jst 4 d sake f love....
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

valkeryl says:

Wonderful capture !
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Coy Aune says:

amazing shot!
Posted 34 months ago. ( permalink )

☯ AnA oMeLeTe ☯ says:

Wonderfully sweet... shows that love it's not mainly to and from humans..

Congratulations for this beautiful and tender shot.
Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

stickers-9 says:

That's a very sweet picture! And very beautiful too!
Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

nick_russill says:

Nice one. each one of the chicks is in a perfect pose. Nobody is blinking or looking away!
Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

DreamzInColor says:

Wonderful capture, and lovely color & composition.
Please share this wonderful engaging image in ~Nature's Instinct~ (QualityImagesPool)
Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

Lilly says:

thank you for sharing your lovely photo
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

murfra says:

fabulous picture!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

NATHAN PERRY says:

Congratulations!
Your wonderful photo has been invited to "Stock the Park"
Please INVITE another animal before posting.
Please identify your animal/bird and add a tag parkstock to it.
Thank you Stock the Park Group
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Alex.cn says:

amazing ...nice shot!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Sir Francis Canker Jones says:

Thats nice!
This is a Very Nice Picture

You have been awarded a DELICIOUS BANANA!
Pick up yours here!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

ann.inspain says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Champagne Moments, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

Birdfreak.com says:

Gorgeous!

The Secret Life of Birds Wants Your Photo!!

Come join us and post your bird photo at the Secret Life of Birds
Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

Pat Ulrich says:

wow - everything about this shot is amazing! beautiful timing on the feeding, the little ones are so cute, and the backdrop is really incredible! beautifully done!

I think this bird image is really excellent. You are invited to post it to Excellence In Avian Photography. Please read the rules before posting your image.

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Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

Shauna Sechrist says:

So very touching and beautiful! Congratulations on a most impressive capture!

Seen in the Secret Life of Birds
Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

randa* says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called National Geographic - by Italian people
and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

Please, BEFORE POSTING, vote your preference
for the "Best picture of the month" at this link

Please add the tag at your photo: "NGI - National Geographic - by Italian People"

Thank you! :)
Posted 25 months ago. ( permalink )

pinguino says:

omg soooooo cute
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Island-Em. says:

Awesome!
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

bevio100 says:

oh its beautiful! i love the strong connection beetween the two in the middle ^^
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

SpeedyDi20832 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Sea Life, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

I am adding photos of sea birds to my collection Sea Life. I am now inviting your photos of penguins to my group
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

WildImages says:

Another great capture!

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Best of Animals, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

orvaratli says:

How can one not make this an favorite! Its such and execptional shot of rarely seen place and animal.!
Posted 21 months ago. ( permalink )

lalalalinda says:

Wow, would you like to add this one to the group of Holy Cuteness?
www.flickr.com/groups/holycuteness
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

j-verne says:

Fabulous.
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

barlongue says:

Fantastic!!
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

bree343 says:

So beautiful!
Posted 8 months ago. ( permalink )

speo24 says:

awww...pups:)

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Posted 8 months ago. ( permalink )

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