Image captured a few days ago at Glenhurst Meadows. We had walked deep into the preserve finding an abundance of Palm Warblers and several types of sparrows, and a lone Northern Waterthrush. When we stopped for lunch, near the parking lot, we soon discovered this was the spot we should have planted ourselves earlier. There was a hedge row nearby filled with activity. C&C welcome.
D700, Nikon 500mm + 1.4 tc, 1/400, f 8.0, ISO 200, Gitzo tripod, Wimberley Gimbal head.
Given the techs I might have expected a slightly more detailed image. Perhaps the bird's perch was shaking a bit...or you rig was not steady. Otherwise a nice bird , a nice setting and composition. I think reducing the size of the highlight in the eye by say 1/3rd will do much to improve the image.