Raptor Mix, SacramentoNWR
Feb 19, 2020 12:00:38 #
All photos shot from a vehicle on the auto tours of the Colusa and Willows refuges. Birds of prey are very active at this point in the winter waterfowl migration. The Merlin was a nice surprise. In order: Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Cooper' Hawk, Red-shouldered Hawk, Merlin and juv. Bald Eagle.
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What a treasure that area is. A terrific series of handsome birds, Phil!
Feb 19, 2020 13:18:37 #
Reconvic
Loc: clermont Fl
All great shots but I particularly like the Merlin cuz I can't get one out of the tree TOPSSSS!
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Feb 19, 2020 17:09:11 #
Magaliaman
Loc: Magalia, CA
rockdog wrote:
All photos shot from a vehicle on the auto tours of the Colusa and Willows refuges. Birds of prey are very active at this point in the winter waterfowl migration. The Merlin was a nice surprise. In order: Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Cooper' Hawk, Red-shouldered Hawk, Merlin and juv. Bald Eagle.
Great Images Phil. I'm jealous. I have no excuses considering I live so close.
-Gary
Feb 19, 2020 18:20:42 #
water falls wrote:
Beautiful images!
Thank you water falls, I appreciate your comment.
Feb 19, 2020 18:21:32 #
Umnak wrote:
Outstanding shots!
Thank you! I appreciate your kind comment Umnak.
Feb 19, 2020 18:22:35 #
jdub82 wrote:
Excellent series!
Thank you jdub82! I appreciate your visit and kind words.
Feb 19, 2020 18:39:31 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
What a treasure that area is. A terrific series of handsome birds, Phil!
Thanks Linda! I am convinced that all of our National Wildlife Refuges are treasures in thier optimum seasons. The key is to visit often, get to know the micro habitats, study the behavior of your intended subjects, and patience, patience, patience. I visit the refuges in the SacramentoNWR complex 6-8 times a year and have for over 50 years and each visit brings something new. It has everything to do with moving slowly, paying attention and learning where to look. Thank you for the comment my friend.
Feb 19, 2020 18:48:11 #
Reconvic wrote:
All great shots but I particularly like the Merlin cuz I can't get one out of the tree TOPSSSS!
Thanks Vic! The Merlin was in the same tree as the Red-tail at an "iffy" distance and both photos are ambitious crops. I was just happy to see the little warrior, they are scarce and shy in these parts. I appreciate your comment.
Phil
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