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Jan 28, 2012 16:33:07 #

adlerburg Loc: NY's Capital District

So after what seems like an eternity of being beaten into Winter dullness with only a few species of little birds to shoot.... Along came this Masterpiece of the Aviary Kingdom... and just took my breath away. He saw me fumbling out of the car, using anything but stealth and grace in an attempt of training my lens on him... sat and posed for me as if I posed no threat to him in the least, and as if he were the very king of his world.. then effortlessly flapped those massive wings like once and glided away like a stealth fighter.... What a gift I was given today! Thank you thank you thank you!!
Shot with a Sony A700 and Sony 70-400mm G Lens at 400mm S-1/1250 in S mode
-Mick

Stood up strong to a hard crop

Jan 28, 2012 17:05:23 #

Bmac Loc: Long Island, NY

What a regal creature, a well adapted predator. Thanks for sharing.

Jan 28, 2012 20:51:49 #

lensbaby007 Loc: Ohio

Lucky you....all gorgeous shots.

Jan 29, 2012 00:07:38 #

adlerburg Loc: NY's Capital District

A few more

Jan 29, 2012 03:10:11 #

Mudpaws Loc: mich

do like , very nice photo's :)

Jan 29, 2012 09:26:44 #

EarthArts Loc: Schenectady,NY

Nice capture, Mick.

Jan 29, 2012 12:30:50 #

Julieb Loc: LaSalle, Colorado

adlerburg wrote:

So after what seems like an eternity of being beat... (show quote)

I love birds of prey. Looks like yours was a great model.

Jan 29, 2012 12:50:16 #

gregoryd45 Loc: Fakahatchee Strand

adlerburg wrote:

So after what seems like an eternity of being beat... (show quote)

Very nice, looks like a Coopers Hawk, great shots

Jan 29, 2012 14:49:06 #

Bunny-Jean Loc: Wisconsin

Oh, very nice!!!! done good with that gift!!!!

Jan 29, 2012 15:09:36 #

adlerburg Loc: NY's Capital District

gregoryd45 wrote:

quote=adlerburg So after what seems like an etern... (show quote)

This bird is a Red-Tailed Hawk.. Probably the most common bird of prey in North America. It's commonness doesn't diminish it's reagal or majesty in anyway.

Jan 29, 2012 16:07:40 #

Elaine H Loc: fairfax, va

you did a great job. how exciting.

Jan 29, 2012 16:35:12 #

flathead27ford Loc: Colorado, North of Greeley

I just found out a Bald Eagle lives not too far from where I live. I hope a business that is close will allow me to wander around their property to take some shots. Hopefully I will be able to post a few pictures.

Jan 29, 2012 21:10:30 #

mollymolly Loc: In the heart of the Everglades.

Very beautiful Hawk. They are one of my favorite subjects.

Jan 29, 2012 21:56:33 #

Christy Loc: St. Peters, MO

Absolutely stunning. Lucky you!

Jan 29, 2012 23:43:51 #

suntomoon Loc: Virginia Beach, Va.

Lucky! :thumbup: Great shots, Mick

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