Thanks for the comments. Actually this was taken from the top bridge of a big ship and the bird flew underneath me as I was looking down on it. The water is many meters away as is the bird. I cropped it some to bring the bird closer in. But if I were another bird flying beside this one as many birds were doing at the time, I could easily see myself as a bird. I re read the theme several times and feel that the photograph is on theme. The rule does mention not too far away. All birds do not fly very high nor at night. Many birds remain close to the ground and do not fly higher than the trees out of fear of predators. As always however who ever makes the decision just let me know and I will abide by the moderators choice. No problem from me. It is a fun contest with great photographs.

Thanks for the comments. Actually this was taken from the top bridge of a big ship and the bird flew underneath me as I was looking down on it. The water is many meters away as is the bird. I cropped it some to bring the bird closer in. But if I were another bird flying beside this one as many birds were doing at the time, I could easily see myself as a bird. I re read the theme several times and feel that the photograph is on theme. The rule does mention not too far away. All birds do not fly very high nor at night. Many birds remain close to the ground and do not fly higher than the trees out of fear of predators. As always however who ever makes the decision just let me know and I will abide by the moderators choice. No problem from me. It is a fun contest with great photographs.

Moderators? Perish the thought! It's just that the picture gives the impression that the bird or birds is/are almost level with your eyes. Good luck

Thank you.

Thank you and thanks for the fav.