pelican

[stuart wanuck]

nikon d 300 iso 500 300 mm 2.8
800 @ 7

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the gliding pose and eye contact and this might work really well as pano crop. I would also try to get more details in the shadows and add a bit space on the left.

[Graham Smith.]

Very nice detail on this flight shot!
Would also like to see some room on the left

[Steve Maxson]

I like the colors and the slight head turn, Stuart. This image cries out for a pano crop, IMO. I'd also like to see more room both left and right - an easy fix with this clean background. You might also try to pull more detail out of the dark shadow.

[Ákos Lumnitzer]

Very nice pose. It reminds me of our Swamp Harrier as they also look similar in wing position as they glide above the swamps looking for prey. Dark areas mentioned. :)