A great reed-warbler

[Nikolay Staykov - shotlandetsa]

This warbler was photographed the last weekend again in Kirkini, GR.

Canon EOS-1D Mark II N,
Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO IF HSM (used at 700mm)
f8 @ 1/1000, ISO 400, + 1/3

PP include levels, S/H, USM, no saturation or contrast.

A soft morning light would make this photo a superb shot, but I was there at noon,
14:20 PM.

1024px version:
http://www.all4mypics.com/albums/userpics/10001/trast-shavarche-700-0147-ls.jpg

[Axel Hildebrandt]

Great setting and singing pose. The light looks a bit harsh but you handled it well.

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Love the composition and habitat in this image Nikolay as well as the singing pose. As mentioned already the lighting was harsh but you handled it well. Thanks for sharing.

[Gus Cobos]

Very nicely done, I like the open bill and the habitat is to die for...congrats...:cool:

[Steve Maxson]

I think I can guess why they are called reed-warblers. :) I like the singing pose and the habitat associated with the bird. You might try lightening the shadowed portion of the bird's face and toning down the OOF whitish area in the center of the frame.

[Freddy Franzella]

WOW! what a great looking image! you captured it well with the open mouth!

[Simon Bennett]

Great work in capturing him singing - I like the habitat as well.