A Day with Chris Packham, and some friends!

Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
edited August 2, 2011 in Wildlife
Hi,

I went down to The hawk Conservancy in Andover today for my prize in a photography competition. I managed to meet up with some folks from some other forums while I was there. I had a lovely day. here's a couple of snaps - first ones off the camera...

A cross between a Gyr Falcon and a Pergrine Falcon:
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gyr and peregrine cross falcon by http://bendthelight.me.uk, on Flickr

A secretary Bird - A large raptor that kicks snakes' heads in before eating them...really!
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Secretary Bird by http://bendthelight.me.uk, on Flickr

A Barn Owl...I love this picture...:)
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Barn Owl 1 by http://bendthelight.me.uk, on Flickr


I will process more, but I am away for a week from tomorrow, so they may have to wait. :)

Cheers

Comments

  • HarrybHarryb Registered Users, Retired Mod Posts: 22,708 Major grins
    edited July 25, 2011
    You made the most out of your opportunity.
    Harry
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    How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
  • LindiweLindiwe Registered Users Posts: 606 Major grins
    edited July 25, 2011
    Three great shots!
    I've never seen a Secretary Bird before. You've really captured its power in that picture, I think. If it came to a contest, I wouldn't be betting on the snake.
    The owl, however.... WOW. That is just about perfect.
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  • Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
    edited July 31, 2011
    Harryb wrote: »
    You made the most out of your opportunity.

    Thanks. I have quite a few shots...these are just the first few. ;)
  • Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
    edited July 31, 2011
    Lindiwe wrote: »
    Three great shots!
    I've never seen a Secretary Bird before. You've really captured its power in that picture, I think. If it came to a contest, I wouldn't be betting on the snake.
    The owl, however.... WOW. That is just about perfect.
    clap.gif

    I have another shot of the secretary bird...if the snake rears up, the bird jumps and "karate kicks" the snake's head! Amazing action (not such a good shot, however).

    The owl is my favourite photo (other than nice ones of my kids) of all time. I am very proud of it. :)

    Cheers
  • denisegoldbergdenisegoldberg Administrators Posts: 14,372 moderator
    edited July 31, 2011
    I love the barn owl shot - it looks like he is looking at you!

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  • Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
    edited July 31, 2011
    Thanks Denise. :)
  • PGMPGM Registered Users Posts: 2,007 Major grins
    edited July 31, 2011
    The barn owl shot with FOOTPATH sign in front is my favorite! Best, Pam
  • Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
    edited August 1, 2011
    Thanks Pam. :)
  • spechtalspechtal Registered Users Posts: 344 Major grins
    edited August 1, 2011
    Great shots! The secretary bird one looks really comical.
    Angela
  • Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
    edited August 1, 2011
    spechtal wrote: »
    Great shots! The secretary bird one looks really comical.


    Not comical if you're a snake! :)

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    Secretary bird attacks snake by http://bendthelight.me.uk, on Flickr
  • PreachermanPreacherman Registered Users Posts: 80 Big grins
    edited August 2, 2011
    You must realise that the Owl shot is a winner!!? Allow yourself to be truly smug!! (and get away with it). Very envious of that shot!

    John
    www.johnjobling.smugmug.com
  • Bend The LightBend The Light Registered Users Posts: 1,887 Major grins
    edited August 2, 2011
    Preacherman wrote: »
    You must realise that the Owl shot is a winner!!? Allow yourself to be truly smug!! (and get away with it). Very envious of that shot!

    John

    I am a little pleased with it. :)
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