Burrowing Owl

[Jim Crosswell]

Canon 40D
100-400L IS
260mm
ISO 400
f/5.6
1/640s
handheld

This was taken in Florida last week. It is almost full frame. I think the bird might be a little too centered. I will post a few others with the owl off to the side. All C&Cs are welcome.

[Daniel Cadieux]

I don't think the bird is too centered. The face may be centred, yes, but the body occupies the left part of the frame with the right part mostly empty space (except for a blade of grass). I might darken the eyes just a tad to make the yellows "deeper". I'd also eliminate the OOF plant touching the breast. I wish the head was tilted down more, but very nice photo. These guys are such fun to observe and photograph!

[Harshad Barve]

Not at all too centered , lovely pose , compo and details , Loved the position of two flowers near tail
TFS

[Danny J Brown]

Beautiful shot, all around, Jim. Those are some huge eyes, even for this critter. I think Daniel hit it on the nail to suggest darkening those eyes a little. I think that would make it even better. Either way, a nice image.

[Jim Crosswell]

Here is a re-post with the eyes darkened a little and the OOF plant at the chest removed. Thanks for the suggestions and comments.

[Nagesh Mula]

Jim, its a very sharp picture with a very good posse. I would certainly extend the canvas to accommodate more virtual leg.