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Prairie Falcon

As you have probably heard me mention previously, patience and perseverance are required for bird photography. Since the sun has returned I have been making regular trips out to Brunswick Point with the hope of getting the Prairie Falcon in better light. It finally paid off this afternoon.

Prairie Falcon
Prairie Falcon

After waiting a little over an hour the Prairie Falcon flew into the trees by the dyke. The closest I have seen it to the trail yet with an unobstructed view to boot. At last, a half decent photo of a rare visitor to this area.

Coyote

There are those days when things just don’t work out from the birding perspective, but all is not lost.

Coyote
Coyote

Such was the case today and then I happened across this coyote at the end of my afternoon outing.

Peregrine Falcon

The sun made an appearance today and made for a pleasant afternoon to be out for a walk. It was back to Brunswick Point to see if I could get the Prairie Falcon in better light. While it did show up in the trees along the dyke, it was not in a good spot for photos. While spending time waiting and watching,

Peregrine Falcon
Peregrine Falcon

… another falcon showed up and caught my attention. This Peregrine Falcon was busy eating its prey.

Peregrine Falcon
Peregrine Falcon

The tree it landed in was close to the dyke,

Peregrine Falcon
Peregrine Falcon

… and after eating this Peregrine seemed quite content to just sit and digest awhile.

Peregrine Falcon
Peregrine Falcon

It was quite approachable at this point and allowed for some nice shots. Quality time like this with a Peregrine Falcon does not happen often.