that 1600mm is a lot of reach Lance....but seems you did well and the equipment didn't let you down one bit.
Agreed about a bit more selective sharpening if it can take it, just stay away from the bird perimeter
My own personal preference would be to take a bit off the bottom.........a pleasure to view
I really like this out-of-the-box composition, it works very well for me! More sharpening needed, and then you'll have a great image instead of a good one :-)
It is a mating call Lance !!! Could you get closer to the bird? Would love seeing larger in frame btw can't imagine the shutter speed focal length combo !!!!! Amazing !!!