Could make this image after studying the bird a bit, they too have their fav perch. This one's was this ant hill, so got there before sunrise and waited. she came on time for the date.
Spec: 1/1250, F 8, ISO 400
Canon 40D + 500mm + 1.4TC
Sorry forgot to mention: its a Kestral Female
Last edited by Kiran Poonacha; 08-21-2009 at 09:55 AM.
Seems that you have great lady luck
Apart from jokes , simply outstanding image this is , loved the details , perch , BG , HA, surreal lighting
winner all the way , Big congrats & TFS
Knowing your subject goes a long way in bird photography - you knew what to do and it paid off. I would only eliminate the small black spot on the perch at very bottom of the frame. Very pleasing image :-)
I agree with Daniel about the small black spot. For the rest it is simply fantastic. Sweet light that brought all detail out of the plumage. Well exposed, good pose and clean pleasing BG. Different perch than usual and nice composition round it up. Very well done.
Great job stalking this one out Kiran your efforts paid off in a stunning image. I love the perch and the bird looks amazing especially the eye contact and slight tilt. Great stuff!!