Black-backed Forktail by Saniar Rahman Rahul

Captured within the lush, temperate surroundings of Kaptai National Park in Bangladesh, this portrait of a Black-backed Forktail showcases the delicate beauty of the Muscicapidae family. The photographer carefully observed the bird within its natural moist lowland forest habitat, waiting for the perfect moment to document its distinct plumage and alert posture. This image is award-worthy for its exceptional composition, which isolates the subject against a soft, natural backdrop, highlighting the intricate details of the bird. The photographer’s patience and keen eye for wildlife behavior result in a compelling visual narrative that celebrates the biodiversity of the Indian subcontinent.

Black-backed Forktail by Saniar Rahman Rahul
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Saniar Rahman Rahul

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Saniar Rahman Rahul is a seasoned creative professional who balances a distinguished career in advertising with a profound passion for photography. His artistic journey began in childhood, inspired by his father’s photography, and was later refined through his extensive experience as an Art Director at Grey Worldwide. Rahul’s work is characterized by a meticulous eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the natural world, qualities that have earned him recognition as a recurring award winner in international photography competitions.

12.6/20
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230/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
11,436 views | 6 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date October 16, 2016
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 18.0
Style 12.0
Skill 13.0
Photograph Location
Kaptai National Park, Rangamati, Bangladesh

Resonance Score Breakdown

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Transparency Note: The resonance score (12.3/20) is calculated based on social engagement metrics collected before the award announcement.

Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,400/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
11,436/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.3/5 points
230/500 Submission
Jury Score: 67.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.3/20
Total Award Score: 79.3/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 6

Reflections on this Photograph
By Isabelle Park

The Quiet Watcher

I spent this morning sitting on my back porch, trying to finish a book, but I kept getting distracted by the movement in the hedges. A small bird kept darting in and out of the leaves, so quick that I could barely track its path.

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By Clara Menezes

The Architecture of Stillness

We often mistake silence for an absence, a hollow space waiting to be filled by the clamor of our own intentions. But there is a weight to stillness, a density that gathers in the corners of a forest like dew on a spider’s web.

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