American Kestrel snags its breakfast
It is a little tough to see as it is hanging off the opposite side of the branch, but this little falcon caught itself a meal nearly as big as…
American Kestrel in flight
I love these little falcons - if only they were a bit more cooperative when it came to taking their picture. I did "cheat" a bit to get this nice…
Handsome American Kestrel poses in the morning light
A pretty common raptor here in Colorado and North America's smallest falcon. This American Kestrel is named Ajax and is a captive bird owned by Nature's Educators. It was at…
Male American Kestrel hops into the skies
These little falcons are very cool - but also quite skittish. It takes a lot of patience to get pics of them and even then, they don't make it easy.…
American Kestrel takes a sideways flight path
These little falcons aren’t usually too inclined to sit still for pictures and this female was no exception. I saw her perched and no sooner did I get my camera…
American Kestrel enjoys lunch on the Great Plains
I happened to spot this guy just as he landed on a utility wire with his meal. Much to my pleasure, he didn't mind me taking pictures while he ate.…