I had a shot for this challenge that I thought was unique. When I double checked the rules, I saw why -- it was illegal. So not being able to come up with anything unique, and still wanting to enter, I said "I give up" and went with this. I'll probably get creamed with DNMC comments and votes, but EYE don't care. ;~)
Oh, in case you are wondering, this is a female Anhinga.
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Needs to be a little more in focus for me, and it has been done before. Good concept though, I like where you were going with it but maybe not the right challenge to enter it in.
Lol - I like the title for your photo - it helps me understand where you might be coming from in terms of the challenge. As for the photo, for me, I wish it were more in focus. I like the composition though.
Am thinking most voters will say 'parrot' or similar and not think its a unique, never before seen subject. I'm a sucker for negative space and generally like this type of composition. Sadly nothing is in sharp focus for me and even if this was intentional? imho it detracts from what could have been a very nice image.