HOKKAIDO, Feb 03 (News On Japan) - A photograph titled "Fire-Breathing Red-Crowned Crane" has captured the internet's attention, hailed as a miraculous shot. We reached out to the photographer for the story behind this captivating image.
The photo, which seemingly depicts a red-crowned crane exhaling fire, was actually a result of perfect timing and natural phenomena. The photographer, who had been observing these cranes in their natural habitat, captured the moment when the crane's breath, visible due to the cold air, aligned with the rising sun in the background, creating an illusion of fire.
"It was an early morning, and the temperature was particularly low," the photographer recalls. "I was focusing on the cranes, hoping to capture their elegance against the sunrise. Suddenly, one crane turned and yawned or called out just as the sun rose directly behind it. The timing was serendipitous, creating the illusion of fire breathing."
This photograph, which required patience and a keen eye for detail, highlights not only the beauty of wildlife but also the unique moments nature presents.
Source: TBS