Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Off
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure
Handheld using Bushhawk
In this image it shows the Peregrine breaking the neck of the Pigeon.
Funny enough as I was processing this I saw on Animal Planet that in level flight, a Pigeon flies the same speed as a Peregrine does.
It said that a Pigeon has more stamina than a Peregrine though. If the Peregrine is diving on the Pigeon, the Pigeon is outmatched. They said the Peregrine only hits about 20% of the Pigeons they go after. Also another trick the Pigeon has is at the last split second before the Peregrine hits, the Pigeon turns upside down creating a "stall' in his flight, making him drop like a rock. This makes the Peregrine miss. It was a shame for the Pigeon that he didn't see this episode. :D
Last edited by Jody Melanson; 07-09-2008 at 08:38 AM.
Interesting behaviour info. Thanks for sharing. The feathers coming off the Pigeon nicely adds to the gravity of the situation, apart from filling up the frame as well. Nice work.
Something I didn't said in my previous comments, I don't think the square format works for these outstanding shots, I think more room would really enhace the whole thing. Other than that.. just pure envy :)
Terrific Jody. You guys are killing us with this fantastic series of this beauty but I have to say that is a very sweet death:p Please, keep them coming