This photo again shows a kingfisher (Alcedo atthis). The kingfisher sits on a bare branch and holds a small fish clutched in its long, sharp beak - a typical scene of this fish-eating bird.
The kingfisher's colours stand out beautifully in the sunlight: an intense **orange breast and belly**, with a bright **blue-green head and back** above it. The blue feathers on the head almost seem to glisten. The bird's eyes are sharply visible, giving the animal an alert, concentrated look.
The background is completely out of focus and uniformly greenish-brown, making the bird stand out even more. The lighting is soft and natural, with light shadows well reflecting the shape and texture of the plumage.
The moment is captured perfectly: the combination of the pose, the fish in the beak, and the calm background makes for an impressive and vivid nature photo.
About the image maker: as a born and bred Amsterdammer, Peter Bartelings feels a close connection with the city of Amsterdam. Over the years, he has created iconic works that are widely sold. In numerous European countries, his work adorns walls of houses and offices... Read more…