Very interesting with the shrimp jumping away. Lovely light and nice pose, eyes focused on the shrimp. Well exposed and nice low angle. I also think it need some CW rotation. Congrats.
CW is a must IMHO. I think the action here is priceless and shows that good fieldwork and fast reflexes pay off big time. I really like this Alan, but my Q is: where is your perch? :D
Lovely image Alan, a little roatation sure would help.. loved the pose, the light, the plumage looks great and the droplets sure add very well. congrats...
Great behavioral shot Alan! Like the raised foot, focussed look of the plover, the shrimp and BG very much. I would suggest to crop it a bit from the top and rotate this CW as others have suggested already. The plumage doesn't bother me at all!