Comment from Envision
Great timing in getting that tongue to show! Your exposure is lovely and has brought out the rich colors of the plumage and good definition of his wings.

 Comment Written 17-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2017

Thanks very much for taking the time to review and comment. I truly appreciate it.

Comment from IdstudentCathy
Wow. This is a very nice shot of the resting bird. Looks like he had a lot to say about something too. Such great color here in both the subject and background. Nicely framed. Interesting detail in the branches. Very good work.

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017

Thanks so much for taking the time to review and comment. Glad you enjoyed.

Comment from MKFlood
It like he is posing for ya.lolol. the clarity is great. The angle of the shot of this blue bird is great. The capture of the light is great. The image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2017

Thanks so much for taking the time to review and comment. Glad you enjoyed.
Since you only gave it a 4.5 could you please tell me what you would have done differently so that I can create a better piece next time?

reply by MKFlood on 18-Jul-2017

I just upgraded it darn cell phone and the rain dont help either..sorrg

reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017

Thanks very much.

Comment from GaliaG
Excellent position of the bird in the frame

good focus, good details, excellent light handling, composition and presentation

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2017

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Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice wonderful lovely shot.Beautiful nice great nature scene.Entrance is great.Presentation is very nice.The Blue heron,face eyes action and sharp open beak,feathers and color design body are gorgeous great and make a nice scene.B/g is nice too.I like this talent work.Focus color and all are excellent.Great job.Well Done. Thanks.{Wish Your Contest.}

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2017

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Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Impressive capture!
Pin sharp focusing.
Superb eye clarity.
Natural colors...
Ideal off centered framing.

A tall format should look good here, too!
Subdued lighting...

Nice perspective & narrow DOF.

 Comment Written 18-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2017

Thanks so much for taking the time to review and comment. Glad you enjoyed.
Portrait layout does work great too, I couldn't make up my mind which layout to post here.
Hope all is well with you my friend.

Comment from Natalia Leigh
Great photography. Unpredictable behavior of the bird. Skillful catch of the cute creature with the open mouth. Softly and tenderly colors are playing in balance, making me look at the picture many times. Enjoyable.

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 18-Jul-2017

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Comment from cleo85
Nice catch. I really like how you got him with its beak open. It looks as if he is singing or yelling. The bird is well focused and nicely distinguished from the background. I also appreciate the realistic colors. Best Luck for the contest!

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 17-Jul-2017

Thanks very much for taking the time to review and comment. Much appreciated.

reply by cleo85 on 18-Jul-2017

You're most welcome. :o)

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Wow! Great timing! This is a lovely shot of the bird! You have framed it well. The light, colour and the composition have worked well. Good effort!

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 17-Jul-2017

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Comment from Stringbean
This is a beautiful presentation of this gorgeous Blue Heron. Superb eye clarity drawing you into your photography. Your focus is spot on with good lighting revealing wonderful details of the feathers and markings. I like that you also captured some of his habitat. Good luck in the contest. A well taken shot with a good depth of field. This is very nice work and thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 17-Jul-2017

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reply by the author on 17-Jul-2017

Thanks very much for taking the time to review and comment. Much appreciated.

reply by Stringbean on 18-Jul-2017

You are more than welcome!
Mary Lynn