Greetings from the Galapagos Islands

[RSO 34]

Took a little road trip again but without the NSX. Rather than bore everyone with more zoo photos, I decided to go right to the source for some real wildlife shots. Ecuadorian broadband is not what we are used to in the states so here are just a few shots until I get back to civilization.

Here is the link to a gallery that will be expanded over the next several days. http://photography.robertondrovic.com/gallery/1013845/1/46992289

 

[Pacemaker Kid89]

WOW, those are some nice pictures. And may I say that you are very good at taking pictures.

 

[coolnsx]

Thanks for sharing Bob, enjoy the trip :smile:

 

[redshift]

Absolutely amazing pictures!

 

[docjohn]

Say hello to Darwin!Bob I wish I could be there with you diving and observing some amazing wildlife!

 

[len3.8]

EXCELLENT PICS !!!!!

Exactly why I am looking for realesate in Ecuador.
Those are nice pics, The crab is so Vivid.
Thanks
Len

 

[deedubb]

Outstanding pictures! Thank you

 

[RP-Motorsports]

The crab is my favorite as well! Nice work.

 

[comquat1]

Didn't you feel the need to clean the poop off of the turtle? :biggrin:

Awesome pics, the colors on some of those animals is incredible. I want to go there someday.

 

[Jin1976]

Being a Cancerian (born on 23rd June) I say I love this photo the most.:biggrin:

But the other photos are great too. BTW Bob what camera did you used?

 

[MiamiMermaid]

Re: Heavenly Site

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But the other photos are great too. BTW Bob what camera did you used?

I was wondering the same thing. Absolutely amazing photos!! Wow!!

Aww, the lil' crabbie looks like he's praying ... awesome*:wink:

 

[Osiris_x11]

Creationism!?!

Three things come to mind...

i.) Fabulous photography as well as subjects/scenery, Bob! Must be an awesome experience...

ii.) Any(more) images (high res. or not) of Galapagos sharks?!? :tongue:

iii.) Where's the Beagle!?! :biggrin:

 

[Elite]

Didn't you feel the need to clean the poop off of the turtle? :biggrin:

Nice to know someone else thinks like I do.:biggrin: I thought that, that would have been the evironmentalist thing to do.:biggrin:

Great pics, like the others asked, what camera?

 

[RSO 34]

Thanks for all the kind words. My land camera is a Canon 20D with most shots taken with a 28-300 Canon L Series and some with a 16-35 Canon L Series. The underwater shots were taken with a SeaLife Reefmaster DC500 digital camera/housing/strobe kit.

I would have preferred washing the tortoise before taking the shot but the rule of the Galapagos is to "take photographs, leave footprints" and otherwise not interfere with the natural surroundings. Most islands are totally uninhabited by humans and there is a strict policy of not "interfering" with the wildlife and vegetation.

I have over 5500 photos and will post a gallery link when I have "trimmed the herd" to a manageable number, including more sharks as requested. Unfortunately I was unable to photograph the sharks and penguins underwater because of their speed.

 

[Ennesssex]

RSO

As everyone above has mentioned, outstanding pictures to say the least. Have a safe trip.

 

[RSO 34]

 

[xxx]

I loved this one:

 

[Arshad]

Incredible!

 

[DocL]

Wow. Great photo's. I need to go out and purchase some "L" lenses.

Are you using polarizing filters?

 

[Tantheman]

Almost feels like I am there. Great photos.

 

[Ponyboy]

What an incredible roadtrip! Has this always been something you've wanted to do? I know visiting the Galapagos is considerably more "off the radar" for most travelers.

Looking forward to the gallery link. You are to be commended on your beautiful photography. Thanks for the thread!

 

[ScienceofSpeed]

National Geographic called and wants their photos back. Outstanding photography Bob.

-- Chris

 

[queenlives]

as usual, your work is wonderful - thanks for sharing with us, bob.

hal

 

[jalnjr]

nice to see your choice of destinations is evolving....:tongue:
from buffalo ny to the galapagos in record time!!

the worst prime pun, ever...

 

[DutchBlackNsx]

Absolutely wonderfull pics.
Love the crab one, great colors.

Galapagos is one of the places i would like to go for diving, and seeing the wildlife.

oh, btw, the seal in the wave is a great shot as well