Whistling Kite__See-yoooooooouuuuuuuuuuuu ! (Haliastur sphenurus)

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  letsbefrank

• Nov 5, 2014

"If only we could flyyyyyyyyyyyy!"
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The call of the Kite.
Whistle, whistle, whew, yheeewwwww, yooooooooouuuuuu!
Rings through the brain like a wave from the ... ... Dreamland?

 

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  Kits

• Nov 5, 2014

Such a lovely detailed flight shot.

 

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  Rookery

• Nov 5, 2014

Super flying close-up!!!
Dick.

 

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  Chosun Juan

• Nov 6, 2014

Yes indeed Frank! :t:
Though this young fella was silent .... and as I was standing alone on that rock, I could feel every twitch of muscle fibre as he majestically rode the wind .....

"Everyday is a new day
Im thankful for every breath I take
I wont take it for granted
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I - feel so alive, for the very first time
And I think I can fly"

Btw, if you get the inclination, and haven't already - check out the movie "Rabbit Proof Fence" ...... features the Whistler's close cousin the Black Kite .... direct from the dreamtime!


Chosun :gh:

 

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  Chosun Juan

• Nov 6, 2014

Thanks Kits! :cat:

I love the way this youngster's upturned primaries and ever so slightly twisted tail made for effortless soaring on the escarpment thermals .... lovely and a privilege to see )


Chosun :gh:

 

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  Chosun Juan

• Nov 6, 2014

Thanks Rookery!

Very fortunate to have this inquisitive youngster casually soar so close by .....


Chosun :gh: