Chaffinch on a Lichen-Covered Branch in Autumn

A photorealistic close-up of a chaffinch perched on a slender branch thick with pale green and grey lichen. The bird has a rusty-orange breast, olive-brown back, white wing bars, and a dark eye with a subtle catchlight. The branch shows rough bark and delicate lichen textures with tiny dew droplets. The background is a vibrant autumn tapestry of maple and beech leaves in red, orange, gold, and russet, with soft sunlight creating creamy bokeh. Golden hour lighting pours through the canopy, casting warm tones and a gentle breeze that makes the branch and feathers appear slightly in motion. The scene is highly detailed, with fine feather textures, bark, and lichen rendered in ultra-realistic quality, natural color grading and shallow depth of field.