Comment from Linda Bickston
I wonder if that is where the term "Old Coot" comes from. Not the prettiest bird species, for sure. Look a little like vulture babies. Your picture is definitely a rare look at a bird I have never seen before.

 Comment Written 04-May-2016

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reply by the author on 04-May-2016

thanks so much

Comment from iPhone7
This is one of those instances where you look at the baby and think "I hope he grows out of that" LOL Nice sharp focus on the head feathers and the colors are well rendered. Good work Fred ~ Steve

 Comment Written 04-May-2016

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reply by the author on 04-May-2016

thanks a lot Steve

Comment from Life is but a dream.
This is the perfect entry for the contest Naturally Ugly. so ugly that they become so sweet and innocent looking.

You have caught them at a great POV and so we are caught up with the emotion of the photo, the story.

The unobtrusive background further emphasizes these two "wee beasties" and we can't help but fall in love with them and be happy to share this planet with them!

Technical aspects well done...contrast, saturation (not overcooked), exposure. Light source is felt.

It's a nice catch --- chirp chirp.

 Comment Written 04-May-2016

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reply by the author on 04-May-2016

thanks a lot olga for your lovely comments

Comment from JenFeden
Yes I agree, not all babies are cute, however the ripples of green water surrounding these birds with the pop of color on the heads makes one not able to look away
JF

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 04-May-2016

many thanks jen

Comment from FBI GUY
Ugly is an understatement. The capture is very sharp and well lit. The crop brings they images up close and personal for a good view of these small fuzzy babies that I am sure their mother loves. Actually, I should not continue to abuse them as they are part of God's creation and that is no mistake.

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 04-May-2016

thanks a lot gary

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
:):)This is a lovely shot of the birds! You have framed it well. The light, colour and the composition have worked well. Good effort!

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 03-May-2016

many thanks

Comment from nikman
I have seen coots many times but never as straggly looking as this pair! Your composition is good giving the pair space to swim into. The image is also sharp and well exposed. Fine effort!

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 03-May-2016

thanks a lot;
adults are completely different: all black with a white stripe on the head

Comment from MKFlood
is that a human finger? just teasing..lol. the angle of the shot of the baby birds chowing is great. the capture of the light is great. the clarity is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 03-May-2016

GREAT! many thanks mark

Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice wonderful lovely shot.Beautiful nice scene.Lovely bird babies,faces eyes actions beaks and eating a fish occasion,grey or another color feathers and body,green water and reflection are gorgeous great and make a nice scene.Light and color balance are great.I like this talent work.Focus color and all are excellent.Great job.Well Done.Thanks.

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 03-May-2016

many thanks again sam

Comment from memephotos
the name really works for this view ...
the focus .colour,and detail are good the reflection is good .frame good & the information very good . Do they look any better when they are fully grown ? thanks for view and info

 Comment Written 03-May-2016

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reply by the author on 03-May-2016

much better; thanks so much

reply by memephotos on 03-May-2016

Oh thats good & your welcome