Red Kite - Feeding on the Wing

[John Harper]

Hi There

Another shot of a Red Kite taken at Gigrin Farm in Wales. This time the bird is feeding on the wing, as they are one of the few species that do not have to land to feed. In fact they hardly ever land on the ground, they will circle over the feeding area and then swoop down and grab food from the ground without stopping. I had tried to get some cpatures of this behaviour and only manged about 3 shots so I will post one later this week.

John

EOS 1DMKIII
EF 500mm F4L
ISO 800
1/2500 @ F5.6

[Lana Hays]

John
Oh momma.....did you nail this one!!! I think this is one of your best.....if not THE best. Incredible.

[Robert O'Toole]

This is a great looking kite John and the action you captured is awesome. I normally dont like images of birds flying out of the frame but I do like this one. Good job of exposure in the tough lighting.

Robert

[Roger Clark]

Outstanding!

Roger

[Brian Wong]

Hi John!

Absolutely awesome! I love the behavior ... it tells a story. The exposure and sharpness looks great. I really enjoy this, and all of your postings.

[Steve Maxson]

A great behavior image, John. Even the HAP will be happy with you. :)

[Jim Poor]

Holy smokes! Love that face! Just awesome behavior capture.

[Steve Wheeler]

"Oh Momma" is right... Awesome image!

Steve

[DanWalters]

Great shot!