Green Honeycreeper

[Jim Crosswell]

This was taken last year in Costa Rica. The perch was intended for a bigger bird but this Honeycreeper thought it suited him just fine. All C&Cs are welcome and appreciated.

Canon 1D MK IV
500L f4
ISO 1000
f10
1/1250s
Tripod

[Randy Stout]

JIM:

That is a serious wide open mouth on this fellow! Bold colors, real attitude. Yes, perch is a bit large, but the form and curves helps. I might consider toning down its luminosity just a bit to reduce its visual impact.

Cheers

Randy

[Grace Scalzo]

Nice image, Jim. Perch has interest and shape, so I don't find it to be a problem. Open mouth is nice as is that sharp red eye.

[adrian dancy]

A full on songster here! What a shot! The detail aided by the feathers being slightly raised and the sun angle is exquisite IMHO. I love the perch!

[keith mitchell]

Interesting perch adds to the image , catching the bird in full song is a real bonus, it,s a real nice image Jim, like it a lot.

[Joseph Przybyla]

Lovely image, Jim. Beautiful bird, nicely shown. I too would have wished for a smaller perch but being twisted and weathered makes it so interesting. Thank you for sharing.

[Andreas Liedmann]

Hi Jim .... as expected from me high quality output !!
Love the colorful subject , and the open beak is a great bonus , so well timed .

TFS Andreas

[stuart wanuck]

lovely capture those birds in costa rica are gorgeous

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Jim, striking colours, and that yellow open bill really screams out the image. Good angled pose, and the twisty perch reminds me of a strand of Liquorice.

[Satish Ranadive]

Excellent image of beautiful bird. Very nice calling pose, wonderful colors, great details and nice composition..


Regards,
Satish.

[Jim Crosswell]

Thanks everyone for the comments and suggestions.