Love the topside view Raymond. The white line running through the bird is a distraction that can be easily minimized. I'd like to see a little more eye contact, but I'd take this photo any day!
Awesome image, Ray. I agree about the white line being a little distracting, but am intrigued by the shot from the top and the detail you caught in his wings. Where were you when you captured this? Also agree that the non-eye contact doesn't bother me at all. Love the placement of the bird in the frame.