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Wildlife photographer feeding

Written by Mark

Born and raised in Detroit, c. 323 ppm CO2, Mark Graf is a Michigan photographer, naturalist, and diver whose muse is summoned by exploring the endless connections in nature; land, sea, and sky.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Well, it is good to know some animals show genuine concern for the welfare of wildlife photographers. Those long days in the field, traveling to remote regions with so many weight limits imposed that there is little room left for food. Take note – you may not go hungry after all.   Fortunately the rules concerning feeding of wildlife do not apply the other way around!

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8 Comments

  1. Tomas Turecek

    OMG! Thanks Mark for sharing this. It is absolutely awesome and lefts one speechless.

  2. Aswirly

    Oh, yeah, I SAW this video. This is an amazing and surprising experience! The photography is incredible.

  3. Earl

    An absolutely amazing experience…one of a lifetime!

    Did you see the teeth on that Leopard Seal? I’m afraid initially I would of messed up the inside of my wet suit. 😉

    Mark, thanks for posting this video!

    • Mark

      You are welcome Earl. I also found it to be a great look into a unique wildlife encounter.

  4. Thomas

    Wow… makes one speechless. I guess that’s really a one-in-a-million experience.

  5. Mark

    I only wish it were me Lana! 🙂

  6. Lana

    And thank YOU for sharing, Mark!

  7. Lana

    OMG…That must have been AMAZING! Never pegged you for a leopard seal pup. 😉 Kudos on your wonderful experience (& your willingness to get into those waters to begin with! Brrrrrrr!)