Raptors at Bear River
Jan 16, 2022 11:51:19 #
I have learned from the birders on UHH that the best bird shots are in natural settings, such as trees. Man made objects are to be avoided. Unfortunately, Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge has NO substantial trees. It is a large marsh with ponds adjacent to the Great Salt Lake. Therefore, these perched raptors were photographed sitting or flying from their best vantage points for hunting. Obviously, they have no regard for photography.
The hawks are rough legged (I think) and the kestrels are obvious. That last shot might be a different type of bird.
Comments and suggestions are welcome.
The hawks are rough legged (I think) and the kestrels are obvious. That last shot might be a different type of bird.
Comments and suggestions are welcome.
Jan 16, 2022 12:42:24 #
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Jan 16, 2022 13:00:52 #
UTMike wrote:
I have learned from the birders on UHH that the be... (show quote)
A stunning beauty ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jan 16, 2022 13:19:40 #
Susan yamakawa wrote:
Beautiful bird💕👍😊
Thanks, Susan, they are eye catching.
Jan 16, 2022 13:20:41 #
NMGal wrote:
Mike, great set. Like #5 the most. He’s looking at ya.
You are very generous, Barbara, thanks. He saw me standing below him and was wondering what I had in my hands.
Jan 16, 2022 13:21:08 #
joecichjr wrote:
A stunning beauty ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I appreciate your enthusiasm, Joe, thanks for looking.
Jan 16, 2022 15:05:42 #
Mike, another Great Set from you. All are beauties. according to Merlin, the last shot is probably a Swainson's Hawk (or a Rough-legged as a 2nd choice).
you need to take shots where you have them. Last year I was driving home, and spotted a Grey Hawk on a speed limit sign. I pulled over and took some shots. That's the only time I have seen one in the wild.
you need to take shots where you have them. Last year I was driving home, and spotted a Grey Hawk on a speed limit sign. I pulled over and took some shots. That's the only time I have seen one in the wild.
Jan 16, 2022 15:07:08 #
Love the third Kestrel shot! I think you're right about the Rough-legged Hawk.
Jan 16, 2022 16:35:28 #
jdtonkinson wrote:
Mike, another Great Set from you. All are beauties. according to Merlin, the last shot is probably a Swainson's Hawk (or a Rough-legged as a 2nd choice).
you need to take shots where you have them. Last year I was driving home, and spotted a Grey Hawk on a speed limit sign. I pulled over and took some shots. That's the only time I have seen one in the wild.
you need to take shots where you have them. Last year I was driving home, and spotted a Grey Hawk on a speed limit sign. I pulled over and took some shots. That's the only time I have seen one in the wild.
Thanks for the kind words, Jim, I appreciate it.
Jan 16, 2022 16:35:50 #
globetrekker wrote:
Love the third Kestrel shot! I think you're right about the Rough-legged Hawk.
I appreciate your kind words and the help on the bird ID.
Jan 16, 2022 17:26:35 #
A fine set, Mike. I find that birds love to perch on signs telling them and us what not to do.
Jan 16, 2022 20:14:24 #
kpmac wrote:
A fine set, Mike. I find that birds love to perch on signs telling them and us what not to do.
Thanks, Ken, just taunting us.
Jan 17, 2022 00:51:46 #
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