I recently had the opportunity to photograph a Red-shouldered Hawk up close. He was on a tree branch next to the main path around my favorite pond and there were no sticks in front of his face! Ted and I were walking together and didn’t see the Hawk until we were quite close.
Red-shouldered Hawk – click image for larger view
The Hawk was unconcerned about our presence and after taking a few shots I continued on my way, turned back and got a profile head shot. It’s not much of a photograph with no background, but I thought it was interesting to see the feather and head detail.
1/31/2018
The first shot is a beauty. It’s always pleasing when you can get so close to your subject with no obstructions!
Thanks, Belinda!
Very nice. 😀😀.
Thank you!
Splendid captures, so happy he was very obliging for you!
Thank you, Donna!
The profile shot is wonderful, such detail. I love the glint in his eye.
Thanks, Maggie! It really was a treat to see him so close.