Nice capture. Transparent border is different. Good composition. I can imagine that this would be a hard shot to get. Minor: horizon doesn't look dead horizontal, but dang close. I like the boat on the horizon too. Nice sharp focus. Well done.
Marvelous position of the bird - the pattern in the feathers is superb. Border is way too powerful and detracts from the scene. Composition is perfect!
I think that some people might not like the border, and I am not sure if it is against the rules or not, but wither way I love this photo. If there is anyway to get a higher resolution version I would love it ( homunculus@gmail.com ) Thanks This is my first 10
Ever so slight motion blur ... but the capture is beautiful, the placement is appropriate - the space on the right gives room for the bird to fly into.