Today I'm posting an array of raptors that I encountered on my trip across Louisiana. I was amazed that there were so many. No exaggeration a hawk on a telephone pole every 1/4 mile. Thankfully there was little traffic on route so I could, if the spirit moved me, pull the car off for a quick photo. I'm really happy about the Sharpie as I have not been able to photograph one previously. I now have a much clearer view on the differences between a Cooper's and a Sharpie. I watched a North Harrier take a black water snake right in front of me. I froze because it happened so fast and didn't get the picture. I luv this birding game. Enjoy, I did!
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Harrier
Northern Harrier
American Kestrel
Merlin
Bald Eagle
5 comments:
fantastic pictures.
dan
Great photos! One question- are you sure that's a Sharp-shinned? I've never seen one so I'm no expert, but it sort of looks like a Merlin to me... Seeing that harrier grab a snake must have been awesome!
Jeez Jen....I think you might be right about the Merlin. I never photographed a sharpie or a merlin so I'm not sure. I didn't see it doing any magic so not sure about Merlin. Haha. Thanks for your comments. Up for debate!!!
Ha I've never photographed either, either! If only he had been wearing a wizard hat!
Nice series of raptor shots John.
BTW I also enjoyed the post on the Rails.
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