A Pied Kingfisher showing me his food. Notice on the perch, the fish scales from the battering these guys give the fish to soften them up before swallowing. Taken from the Mankwe hide in the Pilanesberg nature reserve.
Amazing that this little guy can swallow that fish! When I saw the thumbnail, I thought he was smoking a big black cigar.
Sharp with neutral background, might add a sliver of room above.
Might consider trying to slightly increase the luminosity of the fish so it stands out a bit more from the dark bill. I suspect the photo shows how it really looked, but it might present better with a bit more tonal separation.
Randy, thanks for your feedback. Funnily enough, I actually took a bit off the top, and LHS before posting, as I thought there was too much space. I did also try and expose the fish a little better, as I agree, it does seem hidden in the beak. I will have another go a little later.
Hey Stuart,
Excelllent capture and besides the tweaks recommended by Randy (except room:D)....might lighten the eye a touch.....just for added final pop. This is just a fantastic moment captured and the fish scales do add to the story for me!
My food
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