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    Taken a few weeks back as this view really shows the nice markings on this beautiful
    bird this plumage is its non breeding in a few months time the head will turn orange
    as we head into spring.

    Nikon D300s AFS 600 F4
    1/2000 F6.3 ISO 500

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    I like the banking position you captured here. Shows the details really well and sweet BG as well. Great image James!

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    Love this image for the plumage pattern on show. like the tail and feet arrangment. Nice in flight capture.

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    Killer dorsal view James, and overall, very well exposed. Well captured.

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    Wonderful banking pose and wing spread. The birds pin sharp, lovely image James TFS.

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    Beautiful dorsal view! The bill looks so fine and delicate.

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    A real beauty James. That bank angle allowed full depth bird in focus. Plus you got the nice eye catch and terrific sharpness. I wonder if a bit of NR, especially in the ULC might reduce the slight grainy appearance.

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    Wow. Bird, shooter and lens made a great team on this one

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    Nice dorsal view, good lighting, and catchlight. I am not certain about the crop, but I think it needs some more room?

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