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    Caught this female Merlin as she took off in pursuit of dragonflies. Was lucky to get this frame with her wings fully extended. I believe this is this the same individual that has migrated into our area 3 years in a row. Nikon D5, 600mm with 1.4TC, F5.6, 1/4000 sec, ISO 640 shot off beanbag in car window. Thanks for looking and all CCs welcome.

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    Glenn, great blast off… nice and sharp, nice catch light, BG, HA and wing position.

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    Great dynamic pose, lovely bg, perfect raised wings, HA. I might get rid of the second catchlight (did you use flash?)

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    Excellent image of beautiful lady with lovely wing stretch and superb HA, beautiful colors and superb details.


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    I have the frame about a millisecond before but my wing position is not quite as nice as yours.
    This is such a beautiful frame with killer details, great colors, beautiful background, and a perfect composition.
    I agree about removing the second catch light. Well done
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    Brilliant capture, Glenn. Lovely light, detail and complimentary BG. Great wing position and HA.

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    It's all been said already. Just a perfect frame for me. Perfect wing position and color palette. I would not change a thing.

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    Lovely image, Glenn. Thank you for sharing.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bill Dix View Post
    Great dynamic pose, lovely bg, perfect raised wings, HA. I might get rid of the second catchlight (did you use flash?)
    No flash Bill. thanks for the comment. I considered removing the lower catch light, probably should have.

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    Thanks everyone for your comments

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    This is a top-notch takeoff shot Glenn! One of your very best!
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    Full marks from me for this one - no crit required, simply a top drawer shot.

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