What I do know for certain, is that some birds are just completing their parental responsibility. This afternoon a pair of Northern Cardinals came to the backyard with a fledgling, providing me with the opportunity for this series of photos ...
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| Northern Cardinal - fledgling begging |
I was unable to get to Putney Mountain today. But yesterday, a young Red-tailed Hawk showed its prowess when it tucked its wings and dove below the ridge. Shortly after, it circled over the valley, carrying the fruits of a success hunt. When not being buzzed by a Sharp-shinned Hawk, it fed on the wing.
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| Red-tailed Hawk - juvenile with prey in its talons |
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| Red-tailed Hawk - juvenile feeding on the wing |
Good birding!!
Great pictures. The Red-tailed appears to be eating as it is flying away. Great captures.
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ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Fascinant de vérité!
ReplyDeleteGreat catch on those cardinals! Such a beautiful red.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures Chris.
ReplyDeleteSo cardinals are still parenting -- I thought that time had passed. Everyone of your shots are fantastic. The hawk feeding on the wing is incredible.
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