Ruddy Duck

[Jim Crosswell]

This was taken this past weekend at a local creek. This is a male Ruddy in winter plumage. A lower angle could not be achieved but I like the angle anyways. I added a catch light and removed some debris in the water. All C&Cs are welcome and appreciated.

Canon 1D MK IV
500L f4
1.4 Extender
ISO 1000
1/250s
f5.6
Tripod

[William Dickson]

Nice image Jim. I like the sharpness of the duck and the details in the feathers. Great BG to go along with the colours of the duck. Well done

[Mitch Carucci]

I like the "hunkered down" posture of the Ruddy.

[keith mitchell]

Real good neat image Jim, bird sits well on that nice water with just enough reflection, Mitch's hunkered down comment covers it well .

Cheers Keith.

[Jim Crosswell]

Thanks William, Mitch and Keith for taking the time to comment on this image.

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Jim, you certainly nailed the detail and sharpness on the duck, and I like the texture of the water. If this were mine, I would take at least half off the bottom - it creates a better angle.