Raptor Whistle by byronbackyard
The Whistling Kite is a medium-sized raptor (bird of prey) with a shaggy appearance. It has a light brown head and underparts, with pale streaks, and dark sandy-brown wings with paler undersides. The underwings have a characteristic pale ‘M’ shape when open. The head and body are relatively narrow and the tail is rounded. The wings are long and well-rounded, with a wingspan of 120 cm to 145 cm. hey are often seen near water or around farms, soaring in a lazy circling flight pattern.
Canon 50D, EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
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Excellent!!
Many thanks Marvin!
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Lovely catch of the action!
Many thanks Lisa!
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Lovely shot Deb.
Many thanks Phillip, they’re not as ‘beautiful’ as some raptors but have all the interesting raptor traits and behaviors!
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Many thanks, I particularly love the tail feathers of pretty much all birds … except bush turkeys!
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Fantastic capture!
Many thanks for your kind comment!
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Nice timing ..excelent s/s ..!!
Many thanks …. sorry but what’s s/s?
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December 7, 2010
Many thanks Teresa, very happy making!
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This is awesome! congrats!
Many thanks for your kind comment!
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