dougefresh

Black Shouldered Kite

Black Shouldered Kite

On my way back from Sani Pass, I saw a pair of these Kites sitting on the wires quite far from each other.

I was setting up to capture a portrait ...
Read more

On my way back from Sani Pass, I saw a pair of these Kites sitting on the wires quite far from each other.

I was setting up to capture a portrait of the kite when suddenly the other one chased it away.

I guess it was jealous.
Read less

camera

Canon EOS 650D

settings

settings

Aperture f/5.6 ISO 200 Shutter 1/1000 Focal Length 250/1

upload_date

upload_date

Feb, 2017

Views

192

Likes

Awards

Peer Award

Top Ranks

Top 30 rank week 1

Very nice and unusual photo of the Black shouldered kites. Nice photography

See all

Same photographer See all

In Lesotho, the men have to provide for their families by being shepherds or try find work in the main cities. In this village near Sani Pass, these s

Framing of the local fisherman on the Las Vegas Pier in Durban, South Afria

LIGHT UP THE SKY

From aerial displays with helicopters and planes to ground activity, driving army tanks up and down the main freeway, the SANDF arme

Great white pelican during lift off

A Valentines evening view

This shot was taken at pirates beach in Durban, South Africa. I had been swimming alone & having a blast when i captured this.

I took this shot from beneath the wave after it had broken past me.

I had to hold my breath & wait for the right moment to get this shot from thi

A New Day

I took this image while trying out new techniques & angels in Durban, South Africa.

Swimming in the ocean with a camera, fighting the currents & trying to get into position can be quite a challenge sometimes. getting a clear crisp

This is a view of Durban Harbour from Wilson's wharf.

a long exposure of the lights at blue lagoon in Durban, South Africa

I went snorkeling at Vetchies reef in Durban, South Africa & came across this jelly fish. As I was working the angles, the suns rays glazed through th

This particular species is only found in the Cape Vidal & northern Mpumalanga Region of South Africa reaching into the borders of Zimbabwe & M

This part of Robberg Island can only be accessed during low tide, so preparation is key when you start the beginning of the hike otherwise you will ha

Early morning sunrise & perfect huge waves equals beauty.

Great white pelicans

It’s your time to shine! ☀️

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

Or

Already a member? Log In

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