Mallard

Mallard drake. Image adjustments in Lightroom.

Hand held, Full frame.

Canon 5D MarkIII
Sigma 150-600 Contemporary
600mm
ISO 800
f8.0
1/1000sec

Really nice details and composition. I love the water droplets. Thank you for sharing.

Talk about sheen! I love the many water drops hanging on to the face feathers.

Oh man, that sheen just blows me away!
Such an exquisite image!
Well done!

This is a wonderful portrait. Would look great framed up and paired with the female you posted below!
Gail

Nice Image. I like the composition and water droplets.

I might try reducing the tiny second catch light

Very nice John. Love the colours and sheen. Common ducks but looking beautiful here.

Will