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paul_j_c2000

Well-known member

• Oct 27, 2003

• #1

Hi i took this pict at hickling broad in norfolk uk it was late afternoon and unexpected so this is the best shot i got ,i am assuming its a marsh harrier any ideas ?

 

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Mark D

BOG member

• Oct 27, 2003

• #2

Hi Paul,

looks good for MH to me.

Mark

 

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Bluetail

Senior Moment

• Oct 27, 2003

• #3

Yes, with those proportions and shape I can't think what else it could be.

Jason

 

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eric s

Well-known member

• Oct 28, 2003

• #4

I agree with the others.

I tried to bring out more detail with some photoshop work, but it really didn't work.

The best way I've found to identify them is how they hold their heads when they fly.

Eric

 

Michael Frankis

conehead

• Oct 28, 2003

• #5

Yep, Marsh Harrier for me too

eric s said:

The best way I've found to identify them is how they hold their heads when they fly

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You want to watch out for the ones that hold their heads under their arms 3
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Michael