takeoff – Page 7 – Feathered Photography

House Wrens At And Near Their Nest

Yesterday in the mountains was a House Wren kind of day.

Western Kingbird Takeoff And Attempted Hijacking Of A Bullock’s Oriole Nest

A surprising attempt at nest thievery.

Say’s Phoebe Negotiating An Obstacle At Takeoff

Resulting in a somewhat unconventional takeoff posture.

Kingfisher Takeoff (not a dive)

And a close to perfect landing spot.

It’s been a while since I had any luck with my favorite Belted Kingfisher but yesterday morning he came through for me once again.

Male Bullock’s Oriole

One of my most elusive subjects.

Yesterday’s Cooperative (at the last second) Peregrine Falcon

Once in a great while in bird photography things go unexpectedly right instead of unexpectedly wrong.

Back-To-Back Takeoffs – American Goldfinch

A mostly meaningless milestone but a milestone nevertheless.

A Morning In The Life Of A Hungry Kingfisher And A…

bird photographer trying to capture kingfisher takeoff and flight shots. The fishing kingfisher had better luck than I did but I sure as hell had more fun.

Belted Kingfisher Takeoff And Flight

My first kingfisher in a very long time.

Gadwall Takeoff, Eventually

I can be guilty of paying less attention to ducks on my blog than I should. Today I make some amends.

Adult Red-tailed Hawk Takeoff And Flight

Yet another hawk looking pretty beat-up from molt, this one from two days ago.

Red-tailed Hawk Series – Takeoff And In Flight

Junipers and their berries are always a welcome addition to the settings of my photos.

Cooper’s Hawk Takeoff And Flight Series

Before yesterday I’d only photographed a Cooper’s Hawk in flight a single time.

Adult Red-tailed Hawk In Flight Over A Juniper Tree

This photo from yesterday quickly became a favorite of mine as soon as I saw it on my big screen.

Matching Wits With A Rough-legged Hawk…

and mostly losing.

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