Very creative, very well composed and interesting to look at. I thik you worked especially well to create balance by including the dry branches to the right, the fact the bird is raised on a small mount and that you went for a panorama crop like this. I don't find the foreground distracting and would say that it gives depth. Also a good exposure, nice details and good pose from the bird. I find the thin twig behind the neck and back of the bird a bit distracting and would remove it if you are okay with cloning. TFS
This is such a beautiful balance of subject and habitat! The foliage is really pretty and I like the elongated crop to show more of it. The one twig behind his head could go, but otherwise a pretty perfect frame for me!
Sweet habitat image. I could go for a sliver more above, but the pano-ish crop works. I love the overcast light. Yes, that twig touching the neck should go, and for web posting I would not sharpen the grasses. Very good overall!