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Low level kestrel enviro shot

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Posted by Tim Taylor on May 4, 2009 at 3:30 PM
Low level kestrel enviro shot
After a frustrating time trying to get a shot of this chap hunting, he finally plummeted to earth and I thought I'd lost him. A few minutes later he shot out again and I managed to squeeze off a few shots. This was the best of the bunch. Despite the softness/lack of detail, I like the 'bird over the buttercups' and thought I'd post for your comments.

Canon 1D MkII
Sigma 500mm f4.5 + Kenko 1.5x TC
ISO 400
1/640th sec
Tripod
Posted by Ian Mason on May 4, 2009 at 3:57 PM
Sharpness isn't an issue for me - great environmental shot! Unusual to get one like this.
Posted by Justin on May 4, 2009 at 4:02 PM
A differnt kestrel image from the norm and a very fine result. :toast:
Posted by Malcolm Muir on May 4, 2009 at 5:06 PM
Really nice enviro shot.

malcolm :toast:
Posted by Craig Jones on May 4, 2009 at 6:27 PM
Very nice, well done :wink: :wavey:
Posted by Ian Haskell on May 4, 2009 at 6:44 PM
I really like this one especially with the meadowy feel in the background.

Ian