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    It was relatively late (two hours after sunrise) when I stopped on the way to the car to take a few images of the ibis feeding at the south end of the north pool at Little Estero. Nothing really special, but I just liked the colors reflected from the background onto the water. I added a little contrast to the eye, cleaned up a few dark spots on the water, cropped slightly, and sharpened. All C & C welcomed.

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    Beautiful pose, bird and water. Light is excellent and the water dripping off the foot is a nice touch. If you have some more room below, I'd add it for some more of that killer reflection.

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    All techs right on. Nice light and sharp. Raised foot is obviously a plus. More room all around would help. Getting either lower or a lot lower would likely have improved this one.
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    Nicely done Mike. Great HA and details. I like the raised foot with water dripping. I too would like just a bit more on the bottom.

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    Thanks for the comments. I agree that a little more space at the bottom would be beneficial. Would also like to have had a lower angle, but raised the tripod to eliminate some nasty tree limbs hanging over the water in the background.

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    Great pose and setting you have here.

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    Magnificent image. Beautiful colors. I like the pose with raised foot and dripping water.
    Nice composition too.

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    I love these birds in juvenile plumage. Nice pose with the raised foot, good IQ.

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    It's a beauty of a shot Mike with the upraised foot, color and detail. Plus, I like the angle of the bird and the intensity of that watchful eye. Good one!

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