Tag: farmington bay waterfowl management area
Male American Kestrel Taking Requests
More than most birds kestrels are known for listening to the beat of their own personal drummer. So on Christmas morning I was flabbergasted when this male immediately filled my stated request when asked.
Immature Northern Harrier – A Serendipitous Takeoff
One of the fun things about takeoff shots is that a bird with little promise for interesting photos while it’s perched can instantly translate into exciting photos when it lifts off.
My First Barn Owl In Flight
Side Lit American Kestrel And The Capricious Gods Of Photography
I’d give my shutter finger and my last chocolate donut to be able to change one tiny thing about her takeoff shot.
Injured Red-tailed Hawk – A Small Triumph Over Adversity
Some Of My Favorite Photos From The Distant Past – Volume 2
Red-tailed Hawk, Rough-legged Hawk, American Kestrels And Bald Eagles – Raptors Need Elevated Hunting Perches
For raptors in particular hunting and roosting perches are close to essential but these days they’re at a premium at Farmington Bay WMA. And the situation is rapidly deteriorating.
Red-tailed Hawk – Perched, Taking Off And In Flight
Further Evidence That Kestrels Become ‘Sticky’ In Cold Weather
American Kestrels are notoriously difficult to approach but bring on the cold and sometimes I think they must have glue on their feet.
Northern Harrier Flight Maneuver – The Rest Of The Story
Yesterday I posted a single photo from this series and told readers I’d post the rest of them as soon as I could. Black Friday was my first opportunity.
Northern Harrier Athletic Flight Maneuver
With Northern Harriers erratic flight comes with the territory so I’ve come to expect it but soon after this female took off yesterday morning she almost juked me out of my shoes.
Color Coordinated Male American Kestrel
Male American Kestrel ‘Wing Fling’
It’s unusual but occasionally I can (mostly) overlook significant technical flaws in one of my photos and still appreciate it for other reasons.
Male Northern Harrier Looking Back At Me While Banking
A flight posture I rarely get with a raptor in flight, especially when the raptor is a ‘Gray Ghost’.
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Male American Kestrel Taking Requests
More than most birds kestrels are known for listening to the beat of their own personal drummer. So on Christmas morning I was flabbergasted when this male immediately filled my stated request when asked.
Immature Northern Harrier – A Serendipitous Takeoff
One of the fun things about takeoff shots is that a bird with little promise for interesting photos while it’s perched can instantly translate into exciting photos when it lifts off.
My First Barn Owl In Flight
Side Lit American Kestrel And The Capricious Gods Of Photography
I’d give my shutter finger and my last chocolate donut to be able to change one tiny thing about her takeoff shot.
Injured Red-tailed Hawk – A Small Triumph Over Adversity
Some Of My Favorite Photos From The Distant Past – Volume 2
Red-tailed Hawk, Rough-legged Hawk, American Kestrels And Bald Eagles – Raptors Need Elevated Hunting Perches
For raptors in particular hunting and roosting perches are close to essential but these days they’re at a premium at Farmington Bay WMA. And the situation is rapidly deteriorating.
Red-tailed Hawk – Perched, Taking Off And In Flight
Further Evidence That Kestrels Become ‘Sticky’ In Cold Weather
American Kestrels are notoriously difficult to approach but bring on the cold and sometimes I think they must have glue on their feet.
Northern Harrier Flight Maneuver – The Rest Of The Story
Yesterday I posted a single photo from this series and told readers I’d post the rest of them as soon as I could. Black Friday was my first opportunity.
Northern Harrier Athletic Flight Maneuver
With Northern Harriers erratic flight comes with the territory so I’ve come to expect it but soon after this female took off yesterday morning she almost juked me out of my shoes.
Color Coordinated Male American Kestrel
Male American Kestrel ‘Wing Fling’
It’s unusual but occasionally I can (mostly) overlook significant technical flaws in one of my photos and still appreciate it for other reasons.
Male Northern Harrier Looking Back At Me While Banking
A flight posture I rarely get with a raptor in flight, especially when the raptor is a ‘Gray Ghost’.