Back at Werribee for this week's WBW.
The Brown Falcon (Falco berigora) is a common and widespread Australian bird of prey, occurring over all of the continent. It is a little larger than a Peregrine Falcon, but does not share its worldwide distribution.
These pictures are of the same bird sitting on two different locations on a fence at the Western Treatment Plant. I waited for the bird to hunt and return to its post, but it did not oblige - although it did rid itself of its last meal!
These picture show the 'double teardrop' that encloses a pale cheek patch, which is diagnostic of this bird.
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What better photo op than a bird on a fence post? Nice. Falcons are so intense.
ReplyDeleteHandsomely shown, Stewart!
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeletePlaying statues! YAM xx
Gorgeous falcon portrait!
ReplyDeleteWow. These are great!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of a handsome bird!
ReplyDeleteI am quite convinced that falcons pose in such positions to entice photographers, but generally they fly off a second before you click the button, leaving you with excellent images of fence posts. I swear I have heard them laugh as they fly away.
ReplyDeleteThe distinctive face pattern is nicely shown in these views. Great timing on muting the mute.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots of a beautiful bird!
ReplyDeleteHello Stewart :=)
ReplyDeleteWell done for capturing this fabulous Brown Falcon which has distinctive face features Teardrop round eyes really makes the eyes stand out.
All the best.
Such a lovely creature! I hope he wasn't trying to tell you something with the last photo!!
ReplyDeleteEep, I didn’t need to see that last picture. Great photos.
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