Northern Cardinal, Female.

[Karl Egressy]

She was feeding on Sumac and totally ignoring us.
Thanks for looking.

Canon 7D Mark II
Canon 100-400 L IS II.
ISO 640
f 7.1
1/400 s

[Jonathan Ashton]

I like the composition and the exposure, the complimentary colours are very appealing, I also like the open bill.

[John Robinson]

Great looking bird Karl. Just a hint of something in the back which is nice . I wonder if not chopping the top off the seed branch would help a bit ? No big deal
John

[William Dickson]

Pretty cool Karl. Love that pose and perch.

Will

[Kirk Benson]

Exposure control is well done Karl. Wonderful frontal view with a nice head turn showing the raised head feathers... all on a nice perch and lovely BG. Well done.

Kirk

[Bill Dix]

Nice look at this puffed-up female. Was it a cold day? Good colors, pose and perch. I second John's thoughts about a little more room to show the top of the branch, if you have it.

[annmpacheco]

Well she's a happy girl! What a pleasing image Karl, love the open beak, head turn, and sumac to compliment her colors. dof works well here. nice!

[Grace Scalzo]

Lovely color palette!

[Marina Scarr]

An all around lovely frame, Karl.