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    Jody Melanson
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    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.

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    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.

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    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 :)

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    You have a truly amazing sequence of shots!
    I agree with Ramon that a little more space to each side would make them even more amazing.

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    Hi Jody,

    I have to agree with Ramon regarding the crop. Amazing behavior and capture!

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    A great series. Comp and exposure seem right on.

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    Lovely comment Jody :D I am loudly laughing on the last sentence.
    Nice caption by the way :)

    Szimi

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    You guys sure nailed this opportunity. Another great image.

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    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

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    Superb capture of this fantastic behaviour.

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    excellent behaviour image and science lesson.

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    Raul Quinones
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    Awesome picture, great timing. Thanks for posting.

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    Pramod Viswanath
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    This is a class image Jody. Fantastic timing indeed! Falling feathers add a lot to the image.

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