Mallard Portrait

[Allen_Brooks]

This was taken at a local wetland area where there’s a boardwalk path and people feed the ducks, so they’re not shy of people and I was able to get close.

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Canon 7DII; Sigma 150-600 at 421 mm; 1/1000@f6.3; ISO 1250

[David_Bostock]

Allen, I really like how the bird is resting/sleeping, but keeping the eye open in case of danger. Well done capture. I think the comp is really nice. I wouldn’t change a thing.

[Diane_Miller]

Excellent pose, with great shadow detail and color. I love the small amount of the bill showing.