Sharp-Shinned Hawk

[Maz]

Hello everyone.

I was sitting by my bird feeder a few minutes ago when this Sharp-Shinned Hawk attacked some Juncos 4 feet in front of my face. The feathers flew but I think he missed. He then landed about 20 feet away and I was able to get a few photos. Which is the better one? Your comments are always welcomed.
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http://www.gerrymazerolle.com/sharpshinned.jpg
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http://www.gerrymazerolle.com/sharpshinned1.jpg
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Thanks,
Maz (Digital Rebel Tamron 70-300mm)
http://www.homesteadsforsale.com

[wolverinesr1]

i prefer the second one because of the better eye detail,and catchlight.but both are good though

[RonnF]

Maz, I'll second the vote for #2. You're fortunate to have had such an opportunity. No branches in the way, good lighting(flash?). I've not had a photo opportunity of any kind with these guys, so I envy you. Nice job.


Ron

[busbyea]

Second shot; just as above have mentioned; only a tad hot in the chest area.
Nice captures.

[Stephen Stephen]

Congratulations Maz on these great shots. Number 2 is my favourite.

[cfcRebel]

Wow, very nice captures of the sharpie Maz. #2 is amazing.

[sparker1]

Number 2 is outstanding.

[ZipDude66]

Great job Maz, 2 works for me also.

Zip

[kr88]

The second shot looks best to me also for the reasons stated. The catchlight adds some life to the hawk. Great captures!

[sando]

Wow, great shot and you must thank yourself for being so lucky to have got that.

I prefer 1 actually, something about #2 isnt quite right, cant put my finger on it. BTW, I think #1 is such a good shot, that by saying #2 is my least favourite of the two by no way puts it down!

:)

[Maz]

Thank you Jeff, Ron, Ted, Stephen, Fee, Stan, Zip, Keith, and Sando for your nice comments. They are much appreciated. The sun was setting here and no flash was used. I did take another one where he was peeking at the Juncos and planning his attack. This was a rare opportunity and I was quite excite about it.
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http://www.gerrymazerolle.com/sharpshin4.jpg
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Thanks again all.

Maz (Digital Rebel) (Tamron70-300)
http://www.homesteadsforsale.com

[Dimitri_V]

Although the eye looks better in the 2nd one,i think i prefer the 1st,the light seems better for me.
Were they taken with the Tamron?

[Maz]

Thank you for your post Dimitri. These were taken with the Tamron 70-300mm. I wish I had better glass. I do thank you all for your post.

Maz
http://www.homesteadsforsale.com

[Mitcon]

Lovely colour to this bird and wow, what eyes.

[Paul A]

Nice shots Maz, you did a real good job.

[dancinec]

Great shots and luck put you there, but you took the shots! Well done.

[Reigh Higgins]

Number two is very nice. Thanks for sharing Maz.

[T.D.]

#2 is awesome! I kind of like the moodiness of #3 also.

Great job!