Michael, I like the angle of pose, and good to see the open beak with the tongue visible. Comp wise, I would maybe add a bit to the top, as it is very tight there. I would crop off at the bottom to just above the green leaf, LRC.
Nice pop, great detail on bill and face, and I like the open-mouth capture. Agree that it's too tight at top and crop out at bottom. Lovely BG and capture, Michael.
Nice image quality! Sharp.
The whites on the breast a bit hot on my monitor
I agree about a bit more room at top, but actually like the bottom crop as is. I like the effect of him coming out of the greenery.
I might consider toning down the brightness of the mound behind him.
Wonderful, lots of life. I've been to that park but did not get that close. I really like the detail, colors, and "personality" of the pose. Is the bird growling at you or an errant softball?