Southern Pochard

[Richard Flack]

I love these ducks with their bright red eyes and pale blue bill. Spent a bit of time photographing this male at a local wetland.
Location: Marievale Bird Sanctuary
Date taken: 10 August 2013
Photo details:
Canon EOS 7D
400mm f2.8
ISO 200
Shutter speed 1/4000
F-stop 2.8
Exposure bias -0.3

[Daniel Cadieux]

Looks like a very happy fella!! Striking red eye, sharp details, what appears to be harsh light handled well. I like the bits of green in the golden water but I would be tempted to eliminate the whitish streak directly above the duck's back. I know you want to include the full reflection but I'd try a version with the subject a bit lower in the frame.

[Richard Flack]

Thanks Daniel, appreciate the input.

[jack williamson]

I agree about the white spot behind the duck, the rest looks very good. A fine exposure for the bright light, great eye, the water color is awesome.

Jack

[Richard Flack]

Thanks so much Jack. Really appreciate you taking the time.

[Tim King]

You did a great job exposing the sheen in the blacks. All round great photo. A thumbnail would've yielded more views and comments (which is out of your control)