One bird I did want to see, as it is the only 'predator' on the islands. Feeding on snakes, rodents, lizards, insects and rotting carrion this magnificent bird tends to hunt in twos & threes often perching on the lava rock & trees. This guy was waiting for us to leave as he wanted to continue feeding on the carcass of a new born seal pup.
Interesting to see the tagging on both feet?
Steve
MKIII 300f/2.8 1/125 ISO400 -0.33 Wimberley head Gitzo tripod
Posted by Tim Gregory on October 17, 2008 at 4:24 PM
A rather stocky looking fellow. Love the eye contact and stern look.
Spendid image of a splendid looking bird... the leg tags are not a problem and as Ray say's understandable, I presume someone is doing research on them....?
Posted by eric weight on October 19, 2008 at 1:31 PM
I really like this one Stephen. Colours, bg, eye contact. Just the job. the rings are a shame but a fact of life. Eric
Posted by Magnus Hird on October 20, 2008 at 4:55 PM
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7 repliesInteresting to see the tagging on both feet?
Steve
MKIII 300f/2.8 1/125 ISO400 -0.33 Wimberley head Gitzo tripod
Simple but effective!
Hope to see you posting more here, BTW nice to see your image without the paw print
Steve
Still an excellent shot, and if required then the tags can always be removed.
Ray