Bird on Diet Rail in Mardin Grooming Bay

Cool predawn light flattens the acrylic and stainless edges of a diet card rail inside a Mardin grooming bay. A small bird perches on the rail, its feathers catching the warmth of nearby firelight. Early winter air leaves the room still, with window light falling across the surfaces in soft patches. The bird's movements are lively yet controlled, its body angled against the metal. Shadows stretch long across the floor, mixing cool daylight tones with the orange glow of the fire. The stainless steel reflects the dim room, showing the texture of the bird's plumage. One reflection of the fire flickers on the rail's edge.