Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a stunning shot. It is flawless: the chubby bird is beautifully proportioned, the composition is carefully and intelligently thought out, and the light and shadow effects are exquisite. Bravo!

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2023

Sesha,
Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little female Blackcap.
Susan

Comment from helvi2
Love the way this little guy is hunkering down! Susan, you caught a great shot of this Backcap all puffed up.The blured background really helps show him off along with the focus and lighting. Very cool shot! :o) Nancy

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2023

Nancy,
Nancy,
Thanks a million for your complementary & understanding review on this little female Blackcap puffed up against the cold.
Susan

Comment from Monica Morrell
This is an adorable photograph. Great balance and focus. A pleasure to view. I like the educational write up. She's so fluffy and sweet. The image makes me want to hold her and keep her warm.

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2023

Monica,
Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little female Blackcap.
Susan

Comment from orchidrn
Such a cute chubby little fellow. Well captured profile photograph, excellent focus and details shown. Very nicely framed for A very nice effect.

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2023

Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little female Blackcap all puffed up against the cold.
Susan

Comment from nikman
A very good looking nature image posted here! Your fine and classical composition offers us an enjoyable view of that lovely girl and her location. Exposure and sharpness are good. Nicely done!

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2023

Nik,
Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little lady Blackcap puffed up against the e.
Susan

Comment from bpellephoto
It don't get any better than this, Susan.

Your camera settings are spot on. Shutter release is fast enough to suspend all motion.

DOF is excellent for the subject matter. There is strong detail across the entire image.

The framing makes this piece shine. The equal bisection of the frame by the branch sets a balanced stage.

The birds detail is exquisite. The eye and beak are strong and clear.

This ones a beaut ... Bob

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2023

Bob,
Thanks a million for your complementary review & SIX Star rating on this little female Blackcap
Susan

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Cool,Susan!
That's a really cute little Avian creature and your nicely-presented photograph of her looks wonderful in my opinion!
I like the image's 'framing' very much,my friend!
~Sean

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2023

Sean,
Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little female Blackcap puffed up against the cold.
Susan

reply by Sean T Phelan on 09-Jan-2023

You're welcome,Susan! : )

Comment from photoman12
Cute little bird. He's all puffed up keeping warm.Sitting around chilling. I like that you have her in sort of a bleak setting. Shows her off more.

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2023

Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little female Blackcap puffed up against the cold.
Susan

reply by photoman12 on 10-Jan-2023

You are welcome

Comment from Ray Gordon
The Black Cap is back, probably just resting or waiting his turn in the feeder. Susan you did a wonderful job capturing her as she sits comfortably. I always love seeing your beautiful birds and reading their description. Thank you for this fine presentation. Ray

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2023

Ray,
Thanks a million for your complementary review on this little lady Blackcap all puffed up against the cold in the Crabapple tree.
Susan

reply by Ray Gordon on 09-Jan-2023

You are very welcome Susan, Ray

Comment from supergold
right or left profile, it doesn't change the view: this bird is so puffed up that she is unable to fly anymore; hopefully her family member will bring her some food; LOL;

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 Comment Written 09-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2023

Fred,
Merci beaucoup mille fois for your complementary review on this little lady Blackcap.
When bird feel cold they puff out their feathers to keep in their body heat. They are not FAT.
Susan