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    Default African Darter

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    It is a lovely shot and you have obviously sent a bright image intentionally, I do wonder however what it would look like if it was a little less bright.

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    Looks just like our Anhinga but blonder They are a favorite of mine.

    The details are wonderful. I like the curve in his neck. The BG is perfect for his coloring.

    well done!

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    Wonderful detail and very nice pose as well. I do agree that a tad less bright would make this already wonderful shot better. Great look back and what a great name for this bird.

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    Thanks for the comments folks...Chad the repost definitely pops more!

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    Beautiful portrait of a nice looking bird, Dumay. The repost as you also stated looks a bit better.

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    I love how the BG matches the neck feathers!. The IQ is excellent and the S curve of the neck really draws the eye in. I might suggest cleaning up the beak. A beautiful image. Well done,
    Gail

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    Excellent image, the comp make it Dumay, definitely different and a superb Mankwe BG.

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    Tack sharp mate, and just love the pose looking into space. Excellent feather detail too. I do like the complimentary BG.

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    Excellent composition, and wonderful details. The eye rocks! I'm with Gail about bill clean-up, but all else looks great (including Chad's repost)

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    Perfect comp, pose, bg and details. Just love it!
    The toned down repost is just killer.

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    This is just excellent! love the light, beautiful pose and gorgeous BG. A+
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