I think it's a great work Mike, I like the dof and the action and warm light too, only one thing Mike, on my monitor the white are to much white but i don't know, probably my monitor is too bright.
compliments again
Excellent! Your subject is in motion, has blowing feathers and is sportin' a sweet snack - that's a lot to offer in a photo. Given the subjects height in relation to its length, I wonder if this could have more impact in a vertical orientation...