Common Kingfisher

[Danny Laredo]

Yup, it's that time of year again in Israel, as just about all bird photographers are rushing out to
capture these guys.
Yesterday I had my first crack at them this year with a new perch.
I set up in a female territory but today she did not land with any fish on the perch...maybe next time.

MKIII 500F4+TC x1.4 1/320 F7.1 ISO 320



http://www.pbase.com/danny_laredo/image/116100833.jpg

All c&c welcomed and appreciated.

[Stu Bowie]

Brilliant IQ Danny, and I like the pose. The KF is nice and sharp, and you have exposed the colours very well. The linchen adds to the perch, although I would tone down the other areas of the perch. Looking forward to more.

[Harshad Barve]

Brilliant colors , bang on exposure , sharp and great details
TFS

[Stephen Earle]

TFS. I can't find fault. Love the colours.

[Bill Foxworthy]

Great colors and background. Would love to be able to photograph these.

[Keith Bauer]

Striking image. Great detail where it counts. I agree with toning down the perch just a bit.

[David Fletcher]

Striking shot Danny. Very well done and look forward to seeing a fish next time?. VWD

[Chris Kotze]

Excellent shot sharp and awesome colours

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the perch, composition, pose and sharpness and might only lighten the eye a bit. Have fun with these beautiful birds.

[Joerg Rockenberger]

Beautiful. Great colors, sharpness and background. Feel the branch is a bit bright though.

Looking forward to more. JR

[Dave Barnes]

Super IQ Danny. I love the colours and comp. I dont see much wrong here, well done.