Male Northern Harrier

[James Salywoda]

This was a shot taken awhile back and posted in 2010 that I thought I would post again. These Male Harriers are not seen as often as the Female Harriers thats why they have been given the title as the "Grey Ghost":S3: I was totally happy with this image when I captured it.


Thanks For Looking,

Jim

[Eric Dienesch]

Hello and yes, i would be also happy, if it had been my picture .
Very powerfull colours and so near, very soft background and for me is the highlight here are the bright eye and that the bird is looking to you.

[Jonathan Ashton]

Super shot excellent focus and details.....any EXIF Data?

[Dumay de Boulle]

WOW...Thats amazing. Great light and cracking BG. Just enough of a head turn towards the camera. Love your work!

[David Salem]

Nice to see you posting again James!
We shoot lots of Harriers in my area and as you mentioned, the males are few and far between, so getting a close clean shot of one is definitely an achievement. This one looks great and I like the detailed topside view. Even though he is not looking at us, we still get a good look at the yellow as he scans the ground looking for prey. Great looking BG too.
Well done and look forward to more.

[Tim Foltz]

Jim, nice looking Ghost, sweet BG and details in the wings.
I haven't seen you in awhile my friend.

-Tim

[Arthur Morris]

Worth seeing again. The upper wing detail is beyond stunning. Wish only for a bit more room in front. Gear and exposure data please :)

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[Bill Dix]

Welcome back, James. I can see why it's a favorite. Lovely flight shot of a tough-to-photograph bird. Killer BG.