As the afternoon light begins to soften, the male blackbird pauses—head tilted, feathers puffed. Around him, the world is restless with spring. He’s alert now. A rival may be near, or perhaps a female watching from the shadows. In this season, even stillness is a statement.
Turdus merula
Shot with:
Canon EOS 6D + Sigma 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3
600mm | 1/4000 | f/6.3 | ISO4000