Comment from AndreThreeThou
I really like the variety of the green colors in this simple photograph, and how the come together with the grass blades in all their variety, and how they gently reflect the sky too. The bird of course looks great too, with its slight color variations of gray, with the touch of reds that greatly complement the rest of the composition.

 Comment Written 22-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 22-Jan-2020

Thanks again Andre :)

Comment from DebbieK
Such a pretty bird. Nicely composed. Focus and lighting well done. Sharp detail.Colors and tones are all natural. I like the red stripe above his eye. Well done. Good luck in the photo contest.

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020

Thanks very much Debbie :)

reply by DebbieK on 21-Jan-2020

You are welcome.

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful bird and a very fine shot. I like the perspective and the fine detail in his plumage. You can certainly see where he got his name.

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020

Wow thanks Mike your high rating and feedback is much appreciated

Comment from Daphne Oberon
What delightfully marked bird. It looks like a little mascot. It must have been difficult to get this closeup. My admiration! Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020

Thanks Daphne :)

Comment from supergold
a great capture Mary of this beautiful bird I have never seen before; I like the red stripe above the eye and emerging again above the tail; excellent sharp details;

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Thanks again Fred :)

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi Mary!
What a strikingly colorful 'paint job' ( Lol! ) this little bird has,my friend!
And your pleasingly colorful photograph of this handsome specimen foraging in the grass looks Great! : )
~Sean

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Thanks so much Sean :)

reply by Sean T Phelan on 20-Jan-2020

You're welcome,Mary! : )

Comment from eileen0204
Mary, such a sweet looking little bird!

I love the colors and have never seen one of these little guys before.

Your colors and details are top notch!

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Thanks Eileen :)

Comment from alaskapat
What a gorgeous little bird! It's another one that I haven't seen before. It is well placed in the frame , well focused, this image is clear, I see good detail over every part of this bird, I especially appreciate the clear eye, I love it's red eyebrows and that red spot on its tail. Well managed exposure, the colors and tones appear natural. Well composed and presented! Best wishes to you in this contest!

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Thanks very much Pat :)

Comment from ABG Photography
What a beautiful bird! I just love them. The shot seems a little out of focus, but is otherwise just wonderful. You have framed the subject matter well, it has good lighting and spectacular color. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Thanks very much :)

Comment from liseworks
Interesting bright red on this little bird, very clear and focused, love the eye contact, love Cute little bird, great catch and patience you have showed to capture this

 Comment Written 20-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Thanks very much :)