Raptors x 3

SleepingWolf · Oct 28, 2009

sabbath999 · Oct 28, 2009

Who's a pretty bird!

robertwsimpson · Oct 28, 2009

dang, I need a better zoom lens

CCarsonPhoto · Oct 28, 2009

Fantastic shots. #3 is my favorite!

BlackWolF · Oct 28, 2009

Yup ... number 3 is absolutely stunning :thumbup:

Markw · Oct 28, 2009

What did you take these with? The quality is outstanding! Amazing shots, like always.

Mark

Markw · Oct 28, 2009

I thought those would be much further out than 220-250mm could reach..

Mark

tnvol · Oct 29, 2009

Wow. Outstanding shots! I like #3 the best.

EricD · Oct 29, 2009

Excellent shots!!! Captive birds or in the wild?

davlin47 · Oct 30, 2009

Hello to all

They are very nice birds the photos are really amazing

A raptor, also known as a bird of prey, is a type of bird often characterized by a strong, curved (or hooked) beak, strong, sharp talons, and keen eyesight.
The word Raptor is derived from the Latin word raptor meaning plunderer (from the verb to snatch or seize.) There are almost 500 species of raptors worldwide all sharing some common traits, or adaptations that help them to survive. Raptors are often known as hunters of the sky.

Male and female raptors are sexually dimorphic, females are larger and males and also have similar coloration. And they look alike.

Thanks for sharing