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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

http://www.tomcharles-photography.co.uk/birdgallery_page2.htm
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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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.......
 
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.......
 
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.......
 
Wow. Just super. He really stands out against the background. Wonderful photo! :t::t:
 
David, thanks for your emphasis. ;) lol Seriously though, I appreciate your observations. Thankyou :)

Thanks everyone for your comments :)
 
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:
 
Digi, my thoughts exactly, regarding the position of the head; if only! Thanks for your comments :)
 

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