Comment from alaskapat
Very nice capture of this molting male cardinal , he appears to be pondering his next move.
Well focused, this image is clear and your exposure is correct. Colors and tones appear natural. Well defined detail in feathers, face and beak, I appreciate the clear eye!
He is standing out so nicely from the green toned background. Well composed and presented!

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2024

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reply by the author on 07-Sep-2024

Thanks so much, Pat! I really appreciate your reviews of my photos!

Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn
The title certainly fits this little bird. Poor thing. Composition shaves tones colours and background highlight your subject perfectly. Very well done thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2024

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reply by the author on 07-Sep-2024

Thanks so much! I did not even notice the piece of grass on his beak until the photo was in post processing. Poor guy. I wonder if the other birds made fun of him...

Comment from nikman
A good looking nature image posted here, together with interesting notes too! Your fine and classical composition gives us an enjoyable view of that natural process that pretty bird is living through. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well taken!

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2024

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reply by the author on 07-Sep-2024

Thanks so much! I did not even notice the piece of grass on his beak until the photo was in post processing. Poor guy. I wonder if the other birds made fun of him...