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Photo of an exotic bird about to do something.

32 total reviews 
Comment from Envision


This is a good shot of the bird's unusual crown. I'd like to see more of the wings and feet but I'm sure this was a spur of the moment capture and you had to be quick to get it. I like how well the underside of the wings stand out and the color on the face shows nicely. I would like to see one of these birds in person.

 Comment Written 08-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 08-Apr-2017
    Yes, I did have to be quick to get this shot! Thanks for your nice and thorough review!
Comment from supergold


this "exotic" bird is an African crwned crane; very nice stop action while stretching his wings;
sharp focus;
of course if you had the whole wings§.......

 Comment Written 30-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
    Thanks for identifying him! Could not get all the wings in he was moving too fast just before take off!
Comment from memephotos


what a good stop action shot .
and the wing span amazing . the feathers are very good detail caught by good camera work . Frame and colours are all good . thanks for the eye catching view

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 30-Mar-2017
    Your very kind review is appreciated!
reply by memephotos on 30-Mar-2017
    your welcome
Comment from btowngirl


It is quite a challenge to capture the exact moment with wildlife. This picture has energy. Something about the background, the way the branch intersects with the wing, is a little distracting, but overall still a fascinating photo.

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Your thoughtful review is appreciated!
Comment from fotogran


I believe it is a Crowned Crane. I do not know what he is doing either. He is banded so someone is keeping track. Was he in an aviary or a zoo? Interesting capture and well photographed image.

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Thanks for the identification and nice review! I got this shot just a moment before he took off. Took it in an open nature reserve.
Comment from Paul G.


That crown on his/her head is something else. But, the detail you caught in it is wonderful. Excellent in so many ways. Focus is great. Details sharp. Exposure and balance. Well done.

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Many thanks for your nice review! Glad you enjoyed the shot!
Comment from ciaobella


Nice shot of this bird. I would of liked to see the whole wing span of this majestic bird and if he could look up to smile (wink wink). Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Your nice review is appreciated. Could not get all of the wing span in because he was taking off so quickly!
Comment from catmal


great photo,,love it you must have patience to wait and capture the exact moment to take the shot details are lovely very majestic photo,,thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Thanks for your very kind review, glad you enjoyed it!
Comment from Regina E.H-Ariel


I never saw such kind of bird - awesome that we never stop learning -
your picture is well taken, angle and position show him very well in details - exceptional capture - clear and sharp, perfect exposure soft contrast and lighting - great frame choice. A beautiful wild life shot, well balanced and harmonious in composition,well seen, well done

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Glad you enjoyed the shot and were impressed by it! Many thanks for your very kind review!
reply by Regina E.H-Ariel on 29-Mar-2017
    you are most welcome
Comment from momentsofjoy7351


Wonderful capture of this sassy fellow... I find them both sassy and ever so calm. Love them. Great color and lighting over the image with fabulous detail. Powerful moment. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 29-Mar-2017
    Your nice review is very much appreciated!