Ruffed Grouse

My reason for posting the previous image was to set the stage for this image. The reason the male grouse drums is to attract a mate. After I had spent over an hour watching and photographing this grouse on the log he got off the log, fully extended his ruff and headed deeper into the woods. What I didn't realize was that he was following a female. They proceeded to mate but just way too much brush in front of them to get a shot. After the mating the female flew up into a tree. The male moved into a clearer area and stood there looking up at her. An amazing moment for me.
Nikon D800, 300 2.8, plus 1.4 tc, f7.1, 1/400, ISO 1000. I would have liked to get a lower angle but there was too much brush in the way.

Thanks for looking and hope you enjoy this shot