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Intent
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Intent (Falco tinnunculus)

Out this morning looking for Owls and this Kestrel made a very brief fly-past. The background is marsh land grasses and vegetation.

Thanks to all for commenting on previous uploads. Always appreciated :) :t:

ISO 400
F/5.6
1/2000 sec
Partial metering
Handheld

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Habitat
Coastal marsh land
Location
Marshside, Southport
Date taken
07/12/2008
Scientific name
Falco tinnunculus
Equipment used
Canon 20D; Canon 500mm f/4
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Supporter
You always seem to get the birds in flight with wonderfully complimentary BG. Awesome light, details, colors and of course subject. So what's new.......
 
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You always seem to get the birds in flight with wonderfully complimentary BG. Awesome light, details, colors and of course subject. So what's new.......
 
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You always seem to get the birds in flight with wonderfully complimentary BG. Awesome light, details, colors and of course subject. So what's new.......
 
jameslj
Wow. Just super. He really stands out against the background. Wonderful photo! :t::t:
 
tracker
David, thanks for your emphasis. ;) lol Seriously though, I appreciate your observations. Thankyou :)

Thanks everyone for your comments :)
 
digishooter
This is publishable material. Just wish the head were turned a little more toward the camera. The panning on the shot is exqusite. Real keeper. :t: :t: :t::t: :t: out of 5 :clap:
 
tracker
Digi, my thoughts exactly, regarding the position of the head; if only! Thanks for your comments :)
 

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