I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve seen Northern Harriers (Circus cyaneus) perched near the trail and I’ve not had my camera. And having my camera seems to guarantee they’re in flight, at a distance. But oneday this male stopped. It’s not what I wanted. I’ll keep trying.
Harriers fly low as they search for food across marshlands and fields, taking sudden turns and dives. The British Royal Air Force named its Harrier aircraft after these birds, inspired by their maneuverability.
It’s a beautiful bird and a great capture, Kay!
Thank you for this shot Kay! I love to be able to identify many of these Hawks and Birds of Prey! You caught him in a good sitting pose.
I have the same relationship with red-tailed hawks – they know when I have my camera. It may not have been the one you wanted, but it’s a good photograph!
I don’t have shots anywhere near as good as this! A beauty!
Amazing picture. I have yet to get a picture of a Northern Harrier like this!
great post