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  1. 09-02-2008 #1
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    I had read that they like to perch in trees, well this was the first time i have seen one doing it. It does appear though, that it has some damage to its underside.
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    What a fantastic capture.Absolutely excellent. Well done
    I don't think it has hurt it's self Rolf . They have a dark patch right where that one has
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    LOL, thanks Chocky, shows how much I know about geese then.
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    it's probably trying to spot the pyramids from up there nice shot rolf
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