Buzzard (Buteo buteo)

[Frank Schauf]

In take-off position.

Canon EOS 1D X
Canon EF 600mm/4L IS II USM
1/640 sec., f/5.6, ISO 800
Bean Bag

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[gail bisson]

Very nice image.
Love the falling snow and the way the talons are holding on to the perch in opposite directions.
Terrific BG as well. The comp suits the shape and direction the branch.
Just wish the tip of the beak was more visible against the far wing,
Gail

[Sidharth Kodikal]

Beautiful wintery feel to this image and I love how the bird is almost awkwardly gripping the perch for balance. Nice bird placement, lovely snow covered perch and exposure.
Slight head turn would've been good, but this definitely works for me. Nicely done Frank.

[keith mitchell]

Frank looks like the bird is on a slippery perch and is hanging on, spread wings and tail make it for me as does the bits of falling snow.

Keith.:S3:

[Karl Egressy]

Very nice take off pose and image, Frank.

[David Salem]

Nice detail and exposure on this one Frank. Very nice BG and I really like the snow on the perch. Well done

[christopher galeski]

Nice capture Frank,like the perch with the snow on it,nice BG and light.

[arash_hazeghi]

very dramatic Frank, love the pose and details