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    I was sitting on one of the lower concrete steps leading to the water at Lake Mirror today. This Coot began in the middle of the lake paddling very fast, making an wake, heading straight for me. Near me it turned to chase another Coot. Comments and critique welcomed and appreciated. Thank you for viewing.

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    Beautiful moment caught
    I assume that the sky was gray and overcast

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    This is a very different, fascinating photograph. I would crop a little more off the bottom but like this image very much.

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    This is quite a unique and interesting photo/pose. I very much like it. Agree on cropping off some of the bottom. Like seeing that perfect reflection of the one eye and the aggressive pose.
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    Hi Joseph i just love your " missionary Coot " a lot !!!!!!
    I would not change a thing .

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    Love it ! Seen them do this a few times early in the year ! Agree a tad off the bottom but no big deal,
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    Cool pose, I would add some black to the bird and do just a tiny CW rotation.
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    Lake mirror certainly gave you a smashing effect here Joe, personally I would not change a thing, very nice indeed.


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    What a unique look at the Coot. Well captured. Another vote for a little off the bottom.

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    A coot with attitude. Nice work though I would suggest a crop at the bottom for a stronger composition.

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    Big smile! He is indeed on a mission! Well-caught. Agree with a little off the bottom.

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    Thanks everyone for viewing, commenting, and suggesting improvements. I finally got back to this image, above is a repost reflecting your suggestions.
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