Crested Finchbill bathing

[Jay Shah]

This beautiful bird likes to strike and hold interesting poses. It feathers are also very fine which reveal very nice details when dry. The image was made in mountainous region of central China.

C&C welcome and appreciated.

Nikon D500, 600 mm F4
f7.1, 1/640, ISO 1000

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Jay, great behaviour for this month's theme, and I like the flying droplets. Comp wise, I would maybe take a bit more off the bottom.

[Daniel Cadieux]

Hey Jay, such a fun pose and water action! I especially love the water beads flying up from the bird's back! I do wish for better frontal lighting, and for that light to be less harsh. I'm OK with the comp.

[Jay Shah]

Thank you Stu. Glad to know you too agree good fit for this month's theme.

[Jay Shah]

Hi Daniel, many thanks for your comments. Yes it would have been nice to have more flattering light.