As the sky started to clear after the snow on Monday, I went out to take a few shots of the sky and snow. Some noisy starlings were chattering away in a tree on the edge of the field. And I notice this hawk perched nearby looking for an afternoon snack.
After a few minutes the hawk left his perch,
circled overhead, and flew off over the field looking for easier prey (or maybe a quieter place to perch).
These are great photos of the birds, i find that the birds around here are thicker in the early mornings, and then later on they seem to leave. And i still can't capture a great bird photo
Nice indeed. You really did capture the hawk beautifully. The last two photos are spectacular with the outstretched wing span... I have yet to get pictures of a hawk!
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15 comments:
Great photos and I like the one of the hawk with his wings outstretched.
Happy SWF.
Oh WOW, what great photo's!!
Take care and Happy SWF
What a fabulous photos! I love them all, but have to admit the last one is special! Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend!
great pics I love the hawks... we had the priviledge of seeing one catch a squirrell here in our yard! what a master in flight!
Happy SWF!
lovely hawk, and you got a great picture of him.
Beautiful shot of the Red-tailed Hawk!
That last one was just great! Nice catch.
These are great photos of the birds, i find that the birds around here are thicker in the early mornings, and then later on they seem to leave. And i still can't capture a great bird photo
Lew,
Love what you have here! I like that last one especially, too.
Last pic is my fav, love the colours on the wings.
Excellent shots of the hawk, Lew! :)
Excellent shots as always Lew.
Have a great weekend.
Guy
Regina In Pictures
Great captures of the hawk! I have them come to my bird feeder from time to time for their own meal. I've only seen them have success one time.
Love the tail in the last shot!
Nice indeed. You really did capture the hawk beautifully. The last two photos are spectacular with the outstretched wing span... I have yet to get pictures of a hawk!
Hope your weekend is going well...
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