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Old 01-05-2010, 05:11 AM
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This Oriental Honey Buzzard looked at me with curiosity as I was aiming the camera.

OHBuzzard in flight


And then it showed me its wings in full glory... and said, "now shoot!"

OHBuzzard in flight
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Old 01-05-2010, 05:13 AM
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Very nice! Great color and so clear.
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Old 01-05-2010, 05:13 AM
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Great captures. Love the way the sun/light is shining through some of his/her feathers. TFS.
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wow. those are amazing! are you sure he was saying "shoot" or "i'm going to eat you" ha ha! thanks for sharing such an amazing shot and bird.
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Old 01-05-2010, 01:45 PM
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Thanks Jamie, Michelle & Shara.

The bird seemed to like the photo session. It actually circled twice overhead and gave me some fine pics. These two are the best among them.

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Old 01-05-2010, 01:58 PM
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Nice to have a cooperative Buzzard.
These are beautiful.
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Beautiful photos.....I love the pic for your avatar also.
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Awesome shots, especially the last...great captures.
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Old 01-06-2010, 03:30 PM
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I love the pic for your avatar also.
That is a self portrait. One of the two I had shot that day. The other you can see here-
Waiting for rain - Self portrait

Thanks Mary Anne, Angella & Leona!
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Great shot, Rajendra. I love that second one. Amazing detail, and perfect wingspread pose. TFS
 
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