Angry Red-winged Blackbird

Uploaded: October 08, 2012

Description

It amazed me how this cheeky little bird seemed to have no issue taking on this White-tailed Kite who could eat it for breakfast.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/6400 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 400.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

Comments

Patricia A. Casey level-deluxe November 05, 2012

Wow.....great capture! Did the Redwing survive? #1496589

Leslie J. Morris level-addict November 05, 2012

Thanks Patricia! This little cheeky Redwing was the aggressor and kept dive bombing this Kite. He eventually flew off without becoming a meal! #10405104

Patricia A. Casey level-deluxe November 05, 2012

Oh that's good (I guess-the circle of life)....thanks for responding Leslie...you have an absolutely delightful gallery.....beautiful bird images..... #10405158

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