Comment from Beverly A McBride
The detail and focus on the nest and the feathers is outstanding. Thank you so much for the information in the notes. Much appreciated. I have a real interest in black swans and it's so nice to see this.

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2020

Thanks so much :)

Comment from liseworks
Wow, you can really see her nest, not too camouflaged this one and the nest looks huge. I have never seen a black swan in real life only on photos like this one, good job

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 15-Jul-2020

Thanks so much :)

Comment from michiganmike
A very fine shot and a great entry for this contest. I like the way you show the entire nest surrounded by water. Very nice colors. Best of luck in the voting.

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 14-Jul-2020

Thanks Mike :)

Comment from nikman
A very good looking entry into the competion posted here with interesting notes! Your fine and classical composition grants us an enjoyable view of your swan and it's pretty location. Like the neck curve. Exposure and sharpness are good. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020

Thanks Nik :)

Comment from supergold
a great entry t the nesting contest with this Australian black swan incubating her eggs on an island; the four specimens we received a few years ago were less clever: they built the nest on land where all babies were eatezn by cats;

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020

Thanks Fred :)

Comment from alaskapat
It's always such a treat to see a black swan, nice capture of this nesting mom , I like her placement in the frame and her elegant pose. She is well focused, this image is clear, exposure is good, her color and tones appear natural. Well composed and presented! Best wishes to you in this contest!

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020

Thanks Pat :)

Comment from MKFlood
i didnt realize they build a nest out in the water. cool. the clarity is great. the angle of the shot of this black swans nest in the water 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 12-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020

Thanks Mark :)

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a fine shot of of the black swan in its natural surroundings!. You have timed it well. The light and shadows, colours and the composition have worked out well. Good effort!

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2020

Thanks Seshadri :)

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful picture of this elegant Black Swan sitting on her nest surrounded by water to protect her eggs. Beautiful composition framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Good luck in the contest.
Susan

 Comment Written 12-Jul-2020

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reply by the author on 12-Jul-2020

Thanks Susan :)