# Killdeer

**URL:** <https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411>\
**Category:** Image Critiques\
**Tags:** birds\
**Created:** [September 28, 2026, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411 "2026-09-28T16:29:04Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 5\
**Page:** 1

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**Author:** ![Allen\_Brooks](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/allen_brooks/32/390_2.png) [@Allen\_Brooks](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Allen_Brooks)\
**Post date:** [September 28, 2026, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411/1 "2026-09-28T16:29:04Z")

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![Original - Killdeer-NPN.jpg](https://images.naturephotographers.network/original/3X/8/c/8c650bc3a2e65f8aed014d95dd1bf91fe8736b9a.jpeg)

**Critique Style:** Standard

The photographer is looking for thoughtful feedback on the image as a whole, especially around the areas noted below.

**Feedback Focus:** Artistic + Technical

### About This Image

I like the pose I got, with the lifted leg and slight head turn. I seem to have difficulty getting Killdeer shots I like, so I was pleased with the look this one gave me.

### Feedback Requested

Any thoughts appreciated.

### Technical Details

Camera: Canon R5  
Lens: 100-500  
Focal length: 500 mm  
Shutter speed: 1/1000  
Aperture: 7.1  
ISO: 400

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**Author:** ![Mark\_Seaver](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/mark_seaver/32/231_2.png) [@Mark\_Seaver](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Mark_Seaver)\
**Post date:** [September 28, 2026, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411/2 "2026-09-28T17:15:10Z")

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Allen, this is a fine catch, especially with the lifted leg and slight head turn. I also like the clarity and detail in the water at its feet and the bits of reflection. The blue/black water works well the the bird’s colors while the lighting really shows off its feathers and eye ring.

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**Author:** ![Dennis\_Plank](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/dennis_plank/32/27033_2.png) [@Dennis\_Plank](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Dennis_Plank)\
**Post date:** [September 28, 2026, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411/3 "2026-09-28T20:47:16Z")

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This may be the first killdeer photo I’ve seen where it’s been in the water, Allen! I know all my shots have been on dry land, often a long way from the water! I like the pose with the raised leg. I’d be tempted to try bringing down the brighter areas a trifle, though I don’t think they’re blown out.

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**Author:** ![Allen\_Sparks](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/allen_sparks/32/63507_2.png) [@Allen\_Sparks](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Allen_Sparks)\
**Post date:** [September 28, 2026, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411/4 "2026-09-28T21:35:06Z")

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Hi Allen, nice walking pose and I like the water ripples. Love the red eye ring in this species. I do think some of the areas on the bird are blown. Not sure if they could be tamed enough in the RAW. Fine catch.

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**Author:** ![Huw\_Thomas](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/huw_thomas/32/87850_2.png) [@Huw\_Thomas](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Huw_Thomas)\
**Post date:** [September 28, 2026, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/killdeer/52411/5 "2026-09-28T21:41:24Z")

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Hi Allen  
Very nice capture and very nicely composed in the frame.  
You might try to reduce the highlights if you can particularly around the thigh.

Love it

Huw