Public Relations Hawk

This is a rescue bird that although rehabilitated is not able to be released back into the wild. So it is now what I call a Public Relations Bird. These demonstration birds usually attract a big crowd and I hope that the beauty and magnificence of these creatures up close plant a seed of sympathy and interest in people for birds and wildlife in general. I know that I am always awestruck seeing the birds so close! This is a Red-tailed Hawk.

Canon 20D, Canon 70-200 f2.8, ISO 800, 1/200, f4.5

C & C very welcome

I like tight portraits and this is nicely done. Terrific details.

Well done with a nice BKGR and very sharp. You might wish to eliminate the bit of left-over lunch at the base of the bill.... EXP perfect and I like the soft light.