Wood Duck Flap...

[dankearl]

1/2500, f5.6, iso500, 300mm (300 f2.8) D800, Handheld

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[Troy Lim]

Great details and love the dark BG.
Left wing is not at the best position but that is part of the wildlife, very nice. TFS.

[Bill Dix]

Boy, that head really stands out. Love the fully raised body and the dark bg. Almost looks like flash was used, but I gather not; just great lighting.

[Miguel Palaviccini]

Nice exposure on this high dynamic light image. The dark background really helps the image pop.

Although you don't have an ideal far wing, the detail throughout is pretty darn good. I'd take it.

[Holger Leyrer]

The dark BG fits very good to the colorful bird. The pose is great. Low angle, too. Well done, Dan.

[Morkel Erasmus]

Stunning work, Dan! Pops nicely and DOF works well.

[gail bisson]

Another lovely duck picture.
Great low POV as usual.
Love the detail and IQ in the feathers. I really like the feathers on the flank that are bent onto the belly. A nice spotlight effect as well.
In a perfect world the far wing would have a better position but not a big deal.
Your exposure is perfect,
Gail

[arash_hazeghi]

great dynamic pose I like the spotlight effect

[Rob Melone]

The outstretched wings, raised position, light, color and clarity all work together Dan to make this image a pleasure to behold!