Sometimes one does not need to search far for photo opportunities. I took this picture in my parent's garden in Kwa-Zulu Natal while visiting them over a weekend. With regards to the identification, I am not entirely sure as it is quite difficult knowing the female weavers from each other. However I think this is the spotted-backed weaver (also known as the village weaver).
Nice HA, exposure, and details. The light is a bit harsh, and the BG is not ideal. Did you set this up? If so I would suggest that you choose a thinner perch next time.
Aidan, thanks for taking the time to look and for your comments. Yes, I did do a quick set up, and I haven't really put much thought into the selection of the perch. However there were a couple of larger birds around (barbets), for which a thinner perch might not have been ideal. The shot was taken within the last two hours of sunlight, so I thought the light was not too bad. I would really appreciate it if you could give more detail on what is bothering in the background. I suppose that it must be the lighter shades? The background is made up of shrubs, which is a bit thin in foilage during winter. Thanks again for your feedback!
Hi Elmar, The background doesn't bother me. I find it pleasing. The light does seem a bit bright/harsh to me as well. It might be worth toning down the perch a bit and the bird just a little. The bird is nice and sharp and you handle the light well. Good show and thanks for sharing.
Nice shot Elmar, BG is just fine IMO, detail and sharpness is pretty good too, colors are vibrant and HA is nice. I don't think the light was harsh but image is somewhat contrasty on my screen I might try to tone it down using curves a little bit.