Eurasian Kingfisher with a fish tossed up

Missed out on a dream photo, dream still remains incomplete.

Action was quite far and I was caught off-balance as I had to turn around and shoot. Lot of obstructions and small subject made it more challenging.

Although was able to catch the right moment, this image is out of focus. felt could have done better here.

Please critique !

Location: Pune
Canon 7D. 400mm f5.6
Manual Exposure
Auto Focus
Manual metering
Shutter Speed 1/1000
Aperture 5.6
ISO 640
Focal Length 400mm
Cropped by 45%
Handheld

Thanks!

Regards,
Atul

i know such great moments always pose challenges... nevertheless you have done your best and got a great shot.....

Nice moment captured Atul. We can only wish but reality may not be in favour :). Wish the leaves in front were not present. Nevertheless a nice record shot. Thanks for sharing.

Nice attempt. Tough job with the intervening vegetation. I'm sure you will get it perfect soon.
TFS

It is not easy clicking through vegetation when the subject is very small. Keep on trying. Next time it may perch closer.

Cheers,
Sabyasachi

Agree this wud been a nice moment if you had got it in the clear. I am sure you will get more opportunities...

TFS
Roopak

Good you could capture this moment. It would be its favorite place to make a catch, so you would surely get it in better conditions. Thanks for sharing.