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    Mark Medcalf
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    Waited for 2 hours for this bird to get near, he never took his eyes off me for atleast 20mins :)

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    This is a very engaging image, Mark.
    The almost timid nature of the bird's positioning signals caution and vulnerability, two traits I don't often see in avian photography. The eye dominates the partially revealed head, adding further intrigue.
    The weaving tapestry of the green grasses also adds a lot of appeal.
    On the technical side, your exposure, focus, composition and crop are excellent.
    Thanks for sharing this one!
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    Daniel Belasco
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    Nice shot.

    I'd burn the 2 bright sun spots, one near where the beak meets the head, the other just below the neck.

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    Art Peslak
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    Very different and interesting composition with the grasses framing the bird.

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    Alejandro Gonzalez Alzaga
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    This birds are difficult to see. They are always hidden behind the leaves so it is almos imposible to get a clear shot. It would have be better to see at least the full head, but we know sometimes is not possible. I think it was worth the 2 hrs of waiting!

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    Nice to see you posting here Mark. I like the environmental quality of this image a lot and the fantastic role of the out of focus green areas in the composition. The eye contact is really good but I miss just a bit more room at the bottom. Good job and keep them coming

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    Axel Hildebrandt
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    This is pretty cool. I like the peekaboo pose and sharpness. Maybe a slight desaturation of the greens? I might put the bird a tad higher in the frame.

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    Mark Medcalf
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    Thanks everyone for your remarks, very encouraging to me!

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    Don Anderson
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    I also like this shot. Sometimes you have to capture what you're
    given. This is a good memory, and tells alot about this birds
    social conscience. Shy! :D :D

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