Swallow-tailed Kite Chick

[Hugh J McLaughlin]

The chick in this image is nearly 4 weeks old and , while preparing to fledge, still lacks all of its primary feathers.

Nikon D300, 500mm Lens + 1.7TC 1/400 @ f8, ISO 400

Thanks for looking and providing positive feedback

Hugh

[Arthur Morris]

You did a good job of gettting through a ton of clutter.... That looks like one big fluffy nest.

[Alfred Forns]

Hi Hugh

Glad you got a clean face and the baby in a fine pose with wings up .... all with good light !! I know you worked hard moving around for a good angle !!! ... you were rewarded !!! Big Congrats !!!

[Fabs Forns]

Hey old man, Stickie looks his best, the wind must have been out of the Easrt that morning, for him to flap towards us. Good clean view of the head, thanks for sharing.

[Michael Wolf]

Hugh,

Superb capture in a difficult situation for sure!
This may wind up the best image of the STK chick...period.