I just came back from Kenya. Took it from a boat when 2 more people trying to hold this one in focus. Sorry to cut the wings but I'm really happy from this result. In other hand I will be happy to read any kind of comments and critique. Mark II 600mm ISO800 F5 1/1250 FF HH.
I really do not mind the clipped wings here, and you have a very cool banking pose with those legs outstretched sideways. You've nailed the exposure too! I think another crop would work better though...above I've brightened the areas I think could be eliminated.
I like the pose and eye contact. The vertical crop is a good idea but overall it looks very dark on my monitor and there is not much wing/BG separation due to it.
Too bad the wings got clipped and the BG is so dark. Nevertheless, this is a spectacular shot, I really like this moment you"ve captured. Very well done.