Ancient Eyes

A close portrait of an American alligator reveals the remarkable textures surrounding its watchful eye, from armored scales to the raised ridges along its head. Resting beside the water at the Texas State Aquarium, this powerful reptile carries an appearance shaped by millions of years of evolution.
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Photographer James Engel

Date & Time Thursday, May 9th, 2024 at 3:17 PM America/Chicago

Focal Length 80mm

Shutter Speed 1/80 sec

Aperture ƒ/4.5

ISO 64

Location North America, The United States of America, Texas, Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi Bay, Texas State Aquarium

Animals Animalia, Chordata, Reptilia, Crocodilia, Alligatoridae, Alligator, American Alligator

Keywords Animal Portrait, Landscapes & Nature, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Wildlife Photography

Camera Nikon D850

Lens NIKON 24-85mm F3.5-4.5G ED VR AF-S Nikkor Lens

Approximate Map Location

Latitude: 27.81373069
Longitude: -97.39236653
Altitude: 10.0 meters / 32.8 feet