Richie, I respect the by you chosen title. However, I think it's not a matter of 'standing proud' for this kingfisher, but closely observing its immediate environment from a strategic position in order to do what it does best: catching fishes, 😋 It's so obsessed that it doesn't deem you worthy of a glance, thus giving you the opportunity to take this excellent photograph.
If you think you can't accept something, try to change it. But if this doesn't work, don't be frustrated, but give it later another try. The one who perseveres wins!
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