A messy background destroys a great subject. Dial in a wide aperture (f/4 – f/5.6) to blur distractions, but more importantly: physically reposition so the background is uniform (sky, water, distant foliage). Avoid bright spots behind the animal’s head.
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Your wildlife photos are raw material. Nature art is what you create with them. A messy background destroys a great subject