Southern Red Bishop ( transitional)

[Stu Bowie]

Scruffy little guy, but I liked the colours on him. I think moulting is a better description of what is happening here, but my book states "transitional" These guys are mostly red, with a black body. Taken last weekend in the nature reserve close to my house.

Canon 50D
100-400@ 400mm
1/1000
F/7.1
ISO 400

Exp Comp +0.33
Hand held from the car.

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Wonderful detail and so sharp Stuart with a killer BG. Lovely pose and excellent eye contact. I might be tempted to crop a little from the bottom and if possible add a tad of canvas on the left to off center the bishop a bit. Beautiful work and well captured Stuart. Many thanks for sharing.

[Vivek Kale]

Very nice image. Very interesting transition.
More space infront of the bird would have been nice.

[Steve Maxson]

Not the "prettiest" specimen, but a good illustration of the molt, Stuart. Good exposure, sharpness and background. I like the diagonal perch, but, as above, would wish for a little more room on the left.

[Scott Frye]

Gorgeous pastel colored background -- beautiful colors on the bishop -- very pleasant picture to look at

[D. Robert Franz]

Pretty rough looking speciman but a fine image.. Great light and good comp.

[Fabs Forns]

I bet that is right after the mating season :D
He looks like he's ready for a break. Great capture, Stu :)

[Jim Crosswell]

Great detailed image of this scruffy bird. Well done Stuart!

[Stu Bowie]

Thank you so much guys and girls for all your feedback and comments.

[Vida van der Walt]

Love this unusual image Stu. He does not look happy with life at all.:D Great pose, lovely bg and detail.

[Stu Bowie]

Thank you so much Vida.