American Avocet

[Bill Dix]

Even with muddy feet, this species always seems to have a very dainty look to it. C&C appreciated.

D7000, 700mm, ISO 800, 1/2000s @ f/6.3 manual.

[Juan Carlos Vindas]

Mmmm, lovely warm light in this one!
A subject I really really want to see soon! the raise and muddy foot is quite nice, super clean BG and I only wish for a tad more room on bottom.

[Geoffrey Montagu]

Beautiful light and warm tones Bill. The brown BG works so well with the brown feathers. The subtle blue reflected in BG and FG is beautifully seen in top feathers too. Love the muddy raised foot.

[Daniel Cadieux]

Sweet light as mentioned. I like the walking pose and the muddy feet. For me its above that I'd like a bit more room...and as is I'd fill in the small paler strip skimming along the top edge.

[Holger Leyrer]

Good exposure and sharpness. i love this walking pose by shorebirds.

[David Salem]

Nice light on this good looking Avocet Bill. The raised foot adds to the shot and the exposure and details look great. Nice shooting angle too. Well done.

[Bill Dix]

Thanks everyone. I've had some computer problems and I'm a little slow getting back online, but I appreciate the comments.