American Kestrel (Falco sparverius)

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   backroadshutterbug, cruadinx, leaders, Paul Dallgas-Frey, and 33 other people added this photo to their favorites.

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   Nikographer [Jon] (64 months ago | reply)

   

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   sephia1369 [deleted] (64 months ago | reply)

   Fantastic....just awesome!

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   backroadshutterbug (64 months ago | reply)

   Nice shots! They are rather hard to get a shot of in the wild.

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   Nikographer [Jon] (64 months ago | reply)

   Thanks sephia1369 and backroadshutterbug!

   Yes they are hard to spot and photograph in the wild... I've spotted them 3 times around Blackwater. Twice I got photos. I've not posted any of them before since they're not so... something. Close probably. Anyway, here's a wild one from Blackwater.
   

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   Mrs.MikeBRSM (64 months ago | reply)

   Awesome!

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   leaders (64 months ago | reply)

   
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   cruadinx (64 months ago | reply)

   Terrific portrait shot -- superb color and detail!
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   Paul Dallgas-Frey (64 months ago | reply)

   Absolutely wonderful, Jon!!!

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    Nikographer [Jon] (64 months ago | reply)

    Here's another wild shot:

    

    For the above wild bird, he put up such a fight! I just wanted to photograph him, and he kept leap-frogging me, staying just out of prime range, like he knew... I consider these guys right up there with Kingfishers for their determination to be bothered by the camera and photographer.

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    Doug Lloyd (64 months ago | reply)

    I just love there facial markings. Nice ones
    Doug

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    Picture Taker 2 (64 months ago | reply)

    Really nice capture Jon.
    Thanks for sharing.

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    Tennessee_Gator (64 months ago | reply)

    beautiful bird portrait.

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    rivadock4 (64 months ago | reply)

    They are great birds. The colors are so brilliant. Thanks for putting them up. -fave-

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    Tall Bob (64 months ago | reply)

    Just outstanding Jon!!

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    stidball (64 months ago | reply)

    Amazing close up shot!
    
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    Calypso Photo (64 months ago | reply)

    A beautifully coloured bird.
    Nicely captured.

    
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    ShUtTeR PrO (64 months ago | reply)

    Superbe shot
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    Night Heron (64 months ago | reply)

    I love these birds. Have not seen one here on the East Coast but know of a couple canyons in SoCal where they always are hunting. Beautiful photo.

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    JenniferNelms (64 months ago | reply)

    These are quickly becoming my favorite birds. Wonderful complementary bokeh colors here, and lovely details. Very nice.

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    R-Rated Birdman (64 months ago | reply)

    Gorgeous image. Laser sharp.

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    Hot Flash Photography (64 months ago | reply)

    They do not like to be photographed, so I'm so happy you had him nailed down. Has to be the most beautiful American bird of prey. Wonderful, Jon.

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    Whitesusie (64 months ago | reply)

    Excellent!

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    [Christine] (64 months ago | reply)

    Very cool! We have loads of kestrels in our area right now. Every time I go out to visit my horse, I can guarantee I'll see at least 3 or 4 of them. (I drive through a ton of farmland) There are two in particular that I've been "stalking" to try and get a good photo opportunity! They are very skittish and will typically fly off if you come anywhere close! I've found I can get a lot closer to them on horseback -- I just haven't figured out a good way to carry a 400mm telephoto while riding! haha

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    hvhe1 (64 months ago | reply)

    Oh my. What a wonderful portrait! I just love the colors! Somehow the male Kestrels here in Europe don't seem to be just as nicely colored as yours are. But knowing how happy I was with my one Kestrel shot I managed to take (where it was recognizable at least as a Kestrel, that is) I can fully imagine the thrill... Great job!

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    ~Suemil~ (64 months ago | reply)

    Great shot!
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    AlexandraPhotos (64 months ago | reply)

    Beautiful bird. Stunning shot, such lovely clarity and detail
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