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Dimensions5968 x 3979
Original file size16.7 MB
Image typeJPEG
Color spacesRGB
Date taken10-Oct-17 12:37
Date modified14-Oct-20 20:16
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Camera makeNIKON CORPORATION
Camera modelNIKON D7100
Focal length22 mm
Focal length (35mm)33 mm
Max lens aperturef/3.6
Exposure1/320 at f/5
FlashNot fired, compulsory mode
Exposure bias0 EV
Exposure modeManual
Exposure prog.Manual
ISO speedISO 125
Metering modePattern
Digital zoom1x
Teton Beaver Trees 1

Teton Beaver Trees 1

Trees fell by beaver, in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. Like all rodents, beaver incisors grow continuously so they won't be worn out, and their enamel contains iron (giving them an orange/rust color) to be more resilient against acid wear than the teeth of other mammals. While they may be pests in some areas, beavers are a natural part of the ecosystem here. Not only do they create vital wetlands for migratory birds (something that is increasingly rare thanks to humans), but it's also a stable water source for wildlife. Cutting the larger trees lets more sunlight reach the forest floor, allowing for new growth, which provides food and cover for wildlife. They're an absolutely fascinating animal, and I didn't even mention how intelligent their dam structure is!