Hyacinth Macaw Perched in Queensland Palm in in Queensland

Hyacinth Macaw Perched in Queensland Palm

by Gregory Russell

Vibrant cobalt blue feathers dominate the frame as a hyacinth macaw grips a textured palm frond. The bird's massive curved beak, black and ivory, rests against its chest in a moment of stillness. Golden hour light washes the plumage in warm orange tones, highlighting the smooth texture of the feathers against the rough, fibrous bark of the tree. Dry season air hangs heavy, visible as a slight haze softening the distant green foliage. The macaw's yellow eye-ring glows against the deep blue, its gaze fixed downward with predatory focus. Droplets of recent rain rest on the palm leaves, catching the low-angle sun like scattered diamonds along the leaf edges.

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Camera Leica M9*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Leica M9 photos, grab one online.
Focal Length 35mm
Aperture f/1.4
Shutter Speed 1/4000
ISO 1600
Film processed with film emulation preset
Location in Queensland
Date 2013-08-19
Credit VEETER
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