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Black-shouldered Kite
mr_birdman

Black-shouldered Kite (Elanus axillaris)

I was driving home one afternoon and noticed this adult hunting right beside a busy highway. I pulled up quickly and managed to get very close (around 25m max) and watch and photograph as he hovered, hunting in perfect late afternoon light. Then as expected he turned his head to look at me. Just what I wanted.
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Habitat
open fields
Location
Castlereagh, NSW, Australia
Date taken
20 Aug 2012
Scientific name
Elanus axillaris
Equipment used
1D2n, 500/4L + 1.4x hand held
delia todd
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Opus Editor
Supporter
Wowser... didn't he play ball for you MrB!! A wonderful flight shot.
 

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