Ruffed Grouse

[joshua LaCelle]

A Ruffed Grouse I photographed this morning. This guy was quite cooperative, he just sat still as I photographed him. I would have preferred a better composition, but I am happy with it.

Canon 7D

400 f/5.6
1/500
F/5.6
ISO 400

Hand Held



Thanks for looking.
Comments and critique are welcome.

[Jim Crosswell]

I like the feather detail, eye, BG and slightly open beak. A real beauty Joshua!

[Daniel Cadieux]

Nothing wrong with the comp Joshua. A bit more head turn towards you would have been better, but still a good profile image. Great looking eye, cool risen crest, and nice separation from the BG.

[Don Lacy]

Hi Joshua, Wonderful detail and I like how the BG compliments the subject.

[Pieter de Waal]

Hi Joshua I like the colour and detail in the plumage, raised crest and eye contact, nice sharp image.The composition is good for me.

[Ákos Lumnitzer]

Almost the perfect HA! The detail is amazing and it's stunning looking bird! :)