I put this image in "Hand of Man" because the hand of man put the branch in place for him to perch on. I tried this as a vertical, but it was too tight, so opted for a horizontal crop. Nikon D2x + 300 f4. ISO 100; 1/250th @ f5.
I definitely think that this works better as a horizontal. The exposure and colors are good. I also like the eye contact.....looks like he knows you're there!!! I agree that a little more room could be used at the bottom if you have it and that it needs another round of USM.