Bison Are Dangerous - Keep Your Distance

©Lela Bouse-McCracken ::: Yes, all the signs told me how dangerous the bison are and to keep my distance. So I did....I shot from the auto with a window beanbag. :-)

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roamingbarbara says:

He looks like he's debating whether it would be worth his while to charge. Cool shot!
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The lovebird says:

But it looks so fluffy and cuddly! ;-)

This is superb, Lela! Just love the colours and warm light! :-)

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Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

mveaches says:

I truly did not think you'd go this soon, did you go in from the Foraker side, and try our luck at the horse herds
Something makes me supremely jealous, seriously

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Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

southwest girl says:

they are amazing animals; and this is a gorgeous shot
wonderful light
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

mveaches says:

I'm also amazed that you go on excursion and able to post just w/in hours, it takes us 2 hours to get to Tulsa, then I'm usually so particular , it takes me 2 days to go through them.

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Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

zadalew says:

Thanks for sharing in the American Bison Live! pool. Your point in the title is well taken.
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thanks everyone! It was an amazing day to say the least. We didn't know if we'd even get to see ANY of the herd - we saw hundreds and they were right along the road. It was incredible.....

mveaches: No, we skipped the Foraker side.....we passed that road on the way to Pawhuska, thinking we'd come back out that way. However, since so much of the herd was right along the road through the preserve, we back-tracked and went back to Pawhuska. I had no idea there were that many bison in the preserve. I can't wait to visit in the Spring when the grass is green and there are wild flowers. :-)
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Beefus says:

What a beautiful portrait! The lighting and textures are exceptional!

The World Through My Eyes
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

rdng tchr says:

Wonderful photo, Lela!! I need to stop flying over the midwest and come for a visit sometime. Every photo I've seen of this preserve is so awesome!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Aspiazu Images ©2009 says:

With a guy this size, you bet I'll keep away! Great photograph Lela! He is magnificent!!!

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Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Ktoffl2007 says:

Woah this shot is fantastic! yeah good call on keeping your distance this looks close enough for me...
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

jakphoto says:

Beautiful shot... looks like a nice creamy fog background to top if off. He has a gentle look but I'm with you... staying in the car LOL.
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

gwburke2001 says:

WOW! He's a BIG one! Looks like he was keeping a very close eye on you Lela.....Lovely capture : )
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

cjclicks says:

Beautiful image Lela, lovely light. He's staring right at you.
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thanks so much, again, everyone! It was such an amazing day.
Amazing, that is, if you love acres and acres of wide open
grasslands with no fences...and roaming bison. Those of you who prefer
the city might not find it quite so "amazing." ;-)
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

laineyd says:

Outstanding photo! Lighting is perfect!!!!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Zarko Drincic says:

Wow! You are brave! Coloures are amazing!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Jorg van de Goor says:

Looks dangerous, but his eyes are so sweet :-)
Nice picture, thanks!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

lizardgal says:

Great capture. They are beautiful beasts.
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

jasperroz says:

Fantastic animal!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Towboat Garage says:

one of my favorite animals- thanks for the great shot.
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

chausinho says:

Take care Humans are more dangerous creatures they have almost killed all bisons,...

great shot
nice done
seen in Explore
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

CaptureThem says:

This shot is wonderful to say the least. Congratulations!

#105 on Explore!

Your talents are many. Thank you for sharing this image.

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Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

MikQuattro says:

This is a shot straight from National Geographic if I ever saw one. The lighting, composition, detail and capture are all bloody fantastic. Beautiful image Lela, very very nicely done!! :)
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Dan Harrod Photography Blog says:

That is beautiful ! Perfect framing and such wonderful light !
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

ballycroy says:

What an awesome photo, Lela! Love the composition and the colors! He sure has the evil look in his eye! I think it was a good idea to stay in the car!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thanks so much for the great feedback! The bison and I appreciate it. ;-)
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

mstrwhew says:

this is a great shot of an amazing animal that was almost wiped out...great job!
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

Franks Photos says:

Excellent photo, and congratulations on Explore!
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thank you, Robert!

Frank: Thanks very much...I look forward to visiting your stream. :-)
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

matt_and_his_pics says:

I'm beginning to develop a real facination with Bison. This is a great image.
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thomas and Matt: Thanks very much for stopping by and commenting. I appreciate it! :-)
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

ViaMoi says:

Wonderful shot of this guy! :-)
Beautiful natural colours and feel to it.
:-)
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

ViaMoi: Thank you very much! And also thank you for your understanding about the icons. ;-) I appreciate it!
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

berrimbillah says:

magnificent animal - great capture.
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

Aspen Gold Images says:

Awesome capture what a majestic beast!!
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

dfg photography says:

Beauitful, particularly with the sun bathing the creature.
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

berimbillah, Old#53 and lothianlife: Thank you very much for your visits and comments. They're always appreciated. :-)
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

S Pipczynski says:

Awesome!!

I'm an admin for a group called "PhotoSharePodcast.com", and we'd love to have you join our group and add your photo. Our theme for this week is "Dangerous!" and this fits the bill! Please tag your photo "dangerous."
Posted 21 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thanks, S Pipcznski. :-)
Posted 21 months ago. ( permalink )

Brooke Pennington says:

Incredible! I love this shot!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Anne Froehlich says:

Brilliant photo. I love the light.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Thanks Brooke...

And Anne.

I appreciate your visits and comments.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

donegone says:

Hi Lela. I just spotted this gorgeous shot next to your new elk breakfast picture in the "Wildlife" set. I love it. And you shot it eleven days before I shot this one www.flickr.com/photos/timkeller/2207648875/ and the next in my photostream from that. Yours is the prettier shot, thanks to the grasses and golden light, which is transcendent.
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

that owl says:

Hi Tim.
That's pretty cool that we shot them so close to the same time. I'd love to go back over to the tallgrass prairie and shoot these in the snow. It's about a an hour drive from me, but very doable - if the roads are clear. ;-)
Thanks for the kind words.
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

JC Auto says:

Great.... love the reflection of the sun. Really enjoying your photostream....
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

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