American Kestrel enjoys its lunch
Don't let their size fool you - These little falcons can be quite ferocious, like any raptor , as this mouse has just learned. Today I was lucky enough to…
Dad has an itch – or is waving hello
A male American Kestrel scratches the side of its face while its mate looks on. With mating season here, I am seeing lot more raptors hanging out in pairs. Such…
Love on the line
A female and male American Kestrel gaze skyward, perhaps thinking about their future together? ;-) I’ve captured many pics of both female and male Kestrels but never two together until…
American Kestrel keeps watch in the late afternoon
I went for a quick drive after work not too far from Denver International Airport. Initially I was discouraged but then came across this little guy hanging out. He was…
Kestrel stare down
This female American Kestrel was quite patient but also quite on alert as I snapped pictures of her northeast of Denver, Colorado yesterday. These little falcons are normally quite skittish…
Are you looking at my butt?
"Are you looking at my butt?" Well, I guess I was but only because this little guy wouldn't give me a better view. ;-) Male American Kestrel in Adams County, Colorado…