juvie caracara

[susanschermer]

An adult caracara and two vultures found a dead fish at the same time. The adult fought off the vultures, and after biting off a hunk of meat tried to fly away with it. It proved too heavy so he dragged it along the road and deposited it where a juvie could feast on it while the adult kept the vultures at bay. Great fun to watch and enjoy, also in great evening light.
Canon 7D 500mm
ISO400, f/5.6, 1/1600

[Doug Brown]

I like the low angle and eye contact. I would move the bird to the right of the frame, and would also selectively sharpen the head.

[Fabs Forns]

Susan, although the second picture adds a lot to the story, we only allow in image per thread, and reposts of the same.
I have removed the second image, you can post it after the 24 hours limit :)

Adding to Doug's comment, I'd tone down the bright sop on the ULC.

[Danny Laredo]

Lovely image and eye contact. Agree with Doug and Fabs comments.

[arash_hazeghi]

I love the low angle, prey and eye contact. I would move the bird to the right, critical focus seems to be on the wings rather than head, I would sharpen the head and beak more if possible. TFS

[Randy Stout]

Susan:

Very nice. Would crop and sharpen per Doug's suggestion. Exposure is good.

Thanks for the story, always adds to the image.

Randy

[Kiran Poonacha]

Great notes above, loved the angle and pose captured...

[Chris van Rooyen]

Great low angle and light. Sharpness on the head could be better, and subject too centred?