Isn't it a hoot? I couldn't have been more surprised when I looked at the images! I've shot many take-offs and landings, but this is definitely a first.
ROFL! That's a great shot :-) And the teacup makes a brilliant prop. I think I need to upgrade my feeders to something more photogenic. Not that I will suddenly attract bluebirds (not enough field-type space for them here) but the birds I do get will look classier ;-)
Well, ok, you got me! That is kind of bizarre - you'd expect the wings to be outstretched or at some point between outstretch and pulled in - it's like he's on springs.