Mating Mississippi Kites

Posted by jerryaustin on Thu Nov 09, 2017 10:36 am

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I captured these kites going through their mating ritual close to a lake in Fort Worth, Texas. Comments and critiques welcome.

Camera: Canon 7D
Lens: Canon 200-400 f4 L IS
Aperture: f4.0
Shutter Speed: 1/400s
Focal Length: 294mm
ISO: 320

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by Ron Day on Thu Nov 09, 2017 5:45 pm

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A great behavior and action frame, Jerry. Love the golden side light kissing the males extended wing.

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by Sandy R-B on Fri Nov 10, 2017 1:23 am

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Really nice high-key image.
Great positions from the kites, and the side-lighting adds a golden glow.
Fine work!
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by Carol Clarke on Fri Nov 10, 2017 5:01 am

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Such beautiful birds! Nice behaviour capture in lovely light Jerry.

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