Wet Swainson’s Hawk in a light rain – Nikon D810, f6.3, 1/320, ISO 1250, -0.3 EV, Nikkor 500mm VR with 1.4x TC, natural light, not baited
While I was looking for a House Wren nesting cavity image to share with a friend yesterday I came across this photo and decided to share it here today.
This adult male Swainson’s Hawk was perched near his nest in a light rain and although he looked soaking wet that didn’t appear to bother him much at all. I took this image in June of 2015 in Montana just across the state line from Idaho. The month before I had photographed he and his mate mating on a fence post not far from one that he is perched on in this image.
When I look at this image I am reminded of how strong and resilient all birds are.
Life is good. Stay safe.
Mia
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Beautiful bird in a regal pose!
Wet or dry, a handsome bird!
Resilient, stoic – and truly beautiful.
Big feet! maybe a girl. Beautiful bird wet or dry.
Beautiful photo of a magnificent bird!
What a gorgeous bird!
Amazing