Cuckoo

[Jonathan Michael Ashton]

Another shot of the cuckoo on a different branch this time without a caterpillar

Canon 20D, Canon 500mm f4L plus 1.4TC Mk1, Mongoose & Gitzo 3530
ISO 100+ 1/3
1/200 sec @ f6.3

All comments welcome

[Juan Aragonés]

I like the composition and the pose of the cuckoo a lot but I suggest to tone down the BG just a little bit. Very nice image

[Manos Papadomanolakis]

The light looks a bit harsh but I Iike the pose and composition!

[Ramon M. Casares]

To tone down the BG is a great suggestion as the contrast between this and the bird will make the subject pop up even more, I am not crazy about the light angle but as the details are all there and the head is well lite I don't mind it. A bit more room at the bottom would be good too. Congratulaitons!

[Nicki Gwynn Jones]

Hi Jonathon,
I love this as presented - the soft colours are beautiful.
Regards,
Nicki

[Jonathan Michael Ashton]

Thanks for the comments - much appreciated. I agree the lighting is harsh but there was now't I could do about it, this was a once in a lifetime chance and I had to get what I was given. The light was very directional and strong and occasionally it went behind cloud, I will have a look at some other shots to see what I can do.
Jon