close iframe icon
approved icon Alfredo_Jose avatar
Alfredo_Jose
Portrait of an American Kestrel.
Banner

Portrait of an American Kestrel.



behind the lens badge
cameraCanon EOS 7D Mark II

settings Aperture f/16 ISO 320 Shutter 1/1250 Focal Length 500/1 

upload_dateApr, 2017

Views

1391

Likes

Awards

Contest Finalist in Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 21
Peer Award
gerdaeilts surendrachaturvedi mle555 LeeVarland edraubenheimer Johnsalterego WillemS +77
Absolute Masterpiece
vanessarlazzarini Paul_Joslin loveMustangs xyxy78i Hprue mitramazumder mire4ewer +28
Superb Composition
edandaniphone rikytheripster steveangelakis bevlea RickJ Aeri Cbries +24
Top Choice
thatunicorngal donaldgbrown David_Blakley_Photography toshihiro_shoji laurenkaymyers mjbranscome JenFromCincy +13
Magnificent Capture
rmr731 Norrgard davedge Davies2308 JayneBug embas KarenM +3
Outstanding Creativity
tredyh eleazarparedes Pidge815 VeyselOZBEY ajt28 Bensphotographykiwi melda +1
All Star
sallyG11 angelabranson Krisstoff rseago cristinacovas Gahpir jlappen
Superior Skill
Dacemac kish_1971 jdmarks64 Rangerness-PV keithhempfleng Pjerry sallymaddocks
Virtuoso
bobbytaylor71 NatureLoverJJWal

Emotions

Impressed
PocoUno bobbytaylor71
Happy
thatunicorngal

Top Ranks

My Best Shot Photo Contest Vol 3Top 10 rank
My Best Shot Photo Contest Vol 3Top 10 rank week 2
My Best Shot Photo Contest Vol 3Top 10 rank week 1
World Photography Day Photo ContestTop 10 rank
World Photography Day Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 2
View more
World Photography Day Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 1
Centered Compositions Photo ContestTop 10 rank
Centered Compositions Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 2
Centered Compositions Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 1
Wildlife Portraits Photo ContestTop 10 rank
Wildlife Portraits Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 1
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 8Top 10 rank
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 8Top 10 rank week 2
Covers Photo Contest Vol 38Top 10 rank
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 8Top 10 rank week 1
Covers Photo Contest Vol 38Top 10 rank week 1
Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 21Top 10 rank
Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 21Top 10 rank week 2
Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 21Top 10 rank week 1
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 7Top 20 rank
Covers Photo Contest Vol 37Top 30 rank
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 7Top 10 rank week 1
Covers Photo Contest Vol 37Top 20 rank week 2
Covers Photo Contest Vol 37Top 30 rank week 1
10 Comments |
Merlot
 
Merlot April 09, 2017
Wow great details
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose April 10, 2017
Thanks very kind of you!
Eddieuuu071 Platinum
 
Eddieuuu071 April 17, 2017
Thank you for submitting your wonderful photo to this challenge! I have added it to my favorite list!
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose April 18, 2017
Thanks Eddie, that was very kind of you!
Pjerry
 
Pjerry May 21, 2017
Beautiful
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose May 22, 2017
Thanks, that shot wasn't esay, the bird was not cooperating!
garykavanagh PRO
 
garykavanagh June 01, 2017
So proud and straight. Nice shot
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose June 02, 2017
Thanks for those kind words!
SSKOKSAL
 
SSKOKSAL June 02, 2017
Excellent
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose June 02, 2017
Thanks a lot!
Cbries
 
Cbries June 19, 2017
Awesome detail stunning capture!
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose June 20, 2017
Thanks Cbries!
angelabranson
 
angelabranson June 26, 2017
Gorgeous! Tack sharp and beautiful bokeh. Love the composition, too.
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose June 26, 2017
Thanks a lot!
NatureLoverJJWal
 
NatureLoverJJWal June 26, 2017
Perfect capture of the details here. Congratulations on your award!
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose June 26, 2017
Thanks a lot!
kathyk_abq
 
kathyk_abq August 19, 2017
Wow, Alfredo! This is magnificent! I think the American kestrel is one of the most beautiful birds ever, and they are very difficult to shoot. Kudos!
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose August 23, 2017
Thank you Kathy, yes it is beautiful!
rmr731 Platinum
 
rmr731 May 31, 2019
Stunning capture! Color, details - wow!
Alfredo_Jose
Alfredo_Jose June 01, 2019
Thank you! Very kind of you!

Submitted to Photo Contests

Tags

#American Kestrel #bird #wildlife #profile #nature #animals
See all

Behind The Lens

Location

This Photo was taken in Lake Cerrillos, Ponce Puerto Rico.

Time

It was 8:00a.m. when this American Kestrel flew by me with its prey. He landed on top a dry palm tree about ten feet way from me. The American Kestrel is one of the most friendly birds in Puerto Rico. I have a sense that he loves the camera, he posed for me like a model. People have asked me if this bird was in captivity and the answer is no. I never photograph any type of animal in captivity, I feel that takes away the fun part of wildlife photography.

Lighting

Only natural light was used in this photo, no flash.

Equipment

I Used a Canon 7d mark ii with a Canon 500mm f4 ii L series. No flash, photo was taken handheld.

Inspiration

Nature inspires me to photograph birds!

Editing

I used lightroom, not much was done to the photo. I worked the shadows and highlights and applied vibrance to the photo. Sharpening was also applied.

In my camera bag

When I photograph birds I only carry lots of water, mosquito repellent and sunblock.

Feedback

To capture a photo like this I recommend peolpe to wear camouflage clothes, be very patience and DON'T harass the animal. People have to understand they are intruding the animal's habitat, they are becoming guests to the animals. So be kind!

See more amazing photos, follow Alfredo_Jose

User photo
It’s your time to shine! ☀️

Share photos. Enter contests to win great prizes.
Earn coins, get amazing rewards. Join for free.

Already a member? Log In

By continuing, you agree to our Terms of Service, and acknowledge you've read our Privacy Policy Notice.