Some kind of kite..

[Lightstream]

I forget what it was, but I do remember the last part of the name.

5D, AI Servo with additional 6 AF points (I NEED the help!), 100-400 and drive mode.

These are captive birds (they're 'wired' round the leg) but no less challenging because they fly just as fast. The only advantages are that they fly closer.

http://pix.lightrefineries.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1375&g2_serialNumber=2

http://pix.lightrefineries.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1387&g2_serialNumber=2

http://pix.lightrefineries.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1381&g2_serialNumber=2

http://pix.lightrefineries.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1399&g2_serialNumber=2

http://pix.lightrefineries.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1405&g2_serialNumber=2


One of the out-takes that I've thrown in for fun. He came in for a landing, forgetting his wingspan is pretty large, and smacked his handler in the process ;)

http://pix.lightrefineries.org/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1396&g2_serialNumber=2

[wu_wei0]

Nice shots! I have yet to master birds. they're too fast and I'm too shaky! Love the out take!

[davewalters]

Hi,
It's a Black Kite - nice series.

[Lightstream]

Thanks all :)

I thought I botched most of these shots but the 5D and 100-400 came through for me.. :)

Little bit lacking in the 'creamy bokeh' department, need more background distance from the subject. But it'll do..