Video slideshow – top shots 2022: Raptors
Beautiful and yet vicious, whether a falcon, hawk or eagle, raptors are amazing creatures and the kings and queens of the skies. I don’t know how many different species of…
American kestrel pair hanging out in suburbia
It’s been a while since I have shared any pics of these vicious little raptors. Going back to March for these pics. The pair frequents a little open space in…
American kestrel takes a dive
Watching these little falcons hunt is always a ton of fun. They will furiously flag their wings and hover over a spot, looking down trying to spot some unsuspecting prey…
Female American kestrel takes flight
It has been a while since I played with any of these falcons but finally did so this past weekend. This pretty lady’s mate was not inclined to stick around…
American kestrel hunts on the Colorado plains
I don’t know that there is a prettier raptor than the male American kestrel. The blue / gray on the top of the head and wings with the orange /…
American kestrel defends her territory
With three or four recently fledged young ones, parents have to stay ever-vigilant against threats. In this case, a Swainson’s hawk was cause for alarm and mama was keen on…