Comment from supergold
a great close up portrait Mary of this beautiful bird that we don't have in our area; apparently she stopped laughing, trying to look serious while posing for the photographer;

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 22-Jul-2021

Thanks so much Fred

Comment from cakemp55
Wow Mary, this is a magnificent close up image of this Kookaburra! (Could have been entered in the bird contest.) Beautiful light to show the clarity of detail of his feathers, colourings, beak and eye. Nice blurry background foliage and bokeh. Wonderful capture.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2021

Thanks so much Chris appreciate your lovely feedback and high rating. :)

Comment from cleo85
This Kookaburra portrait is excellent. The colors and markings of the plumage are interesting. Your photo is well focused and exposed and has good depth. I appreciate the sharpness of detail and the realism of color and light. The tight framing is sufficient. The bird is well placed within the frame. The composition is balanced.

 Comment Written 14-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 15-Jul-2021

Thanks very much Cleo :)

reply by cleo85 on 15-Jul-2021

You'ew very welcome! :o)

reply by cleo85 on 15-Jul-2021

You're very welcome! :o)

Comment from JirinaInspire
Such wonderful closeup of this bird. Great details and colors that show so nicely against diffused background.
It is not easy to capture photograph of a bird that is hiding in the trees.
Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 14-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 15-Jul-2021

Thanks very much :)

reply by JirinaInspire on 15-Jul-2021

So much welcome.

Comment from MKFlood
cool looking bird. the angle of the shot of this colorful big beak bird is great. the capture of the light is great. the clarity is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.

 Comment Written 14-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 15-Jul-2021

Thanks so much Mark :)

Comment from eileen0204
Mary, this is exceptional! I've not seen a better Kookaburra on this site yet. we see them only at zoos and aviaries.

Perfect in color and view.

Excellent piece!! I need a trip to the land down under!!

 Comment Written 14-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 15-Jul-2021

Thanks so much Eileen, would be great to see you once the International travel is allowed. :)

reply by eileen0204 on 15-Jul-2021

you are so welcomed.. for now... let me live in Australia through your lens!!

Comment from nikman
A good looking nature image posted here! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that handsome bird before you. Like its eye and feather detail. Colours and tones are good. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well taken!

 Comment Written 14-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 14-Jul-2021

Thanks very much Nik :)

Comment from Shadow catcher
A great close-up of this interesting bird,I've seen and heard them on tv,and they definitely are loud! A beautiful shot,the colors are lovely and the focus and exposure are excellent,nice catchlight in that sharp eye!

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 14-Jul-2021

Thanks very much - yes they are loud but you can't help loving them.

Comment from michiganmike
A great closeup image with excellent colors. I like the eye especially, but the detail in both the plumage and the bill are excellent. A good looking bird and a fine shot.

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 14-Jul-2021

Thanks so much Mike :)

Comment from alaskapat
This is a wonderful capture Mary, this fascinating bird is well photographed with spot on focus, this image is clear, exposure on the bird is well managed, colors and tones appear natural. Well defined feathers, face and beak, nice clear eye!
The bird is well placed within the frame, the only suggestion is to remove the white spot above its head and in upper left corner.
Well composed and presented!

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 Comment Written 13-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 14-Jul-2021

Thanks Pat - will look at those white spots, tried cloning but wasn't working so left them. :)