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FollowDuring winters of India, Common Kestrel hunts at the same place. This bird is not shy from human presence. It allows to approach it closely if you are inside ca...
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During winters of India, Common Kestrel hunts at the same place. This bird is not shy from human presence. It allows to approach it closely if you are inside car.
This Photograph was taken by predicting when it's going to take off.
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This Photograph was taken by predicting when it's going to take off.
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Location
This is photographed in Osman Sagar Lake, Hyderabad, India.Time
It's a handheld photograph shoot from inside my car where the kestrel is busy hunting its prey. It was photographed at 4.30PM IST in March 2020.Lighting
I took this photograph in the evening light. My intention was to show its take-off from the back side to show its majestic upper feathers.Equipment
Nikon D5 with Nikkor 600MM lens. Handheld. Shoot inside my car.Inspiration
I took this photograph in the evening light. My intention was to show its take-off from the back side to show its majestic upper feathers.Editing
Basic photo editing. No major post processing required as the light is perfect.In my camera bag
I am primarily a bird photographer. I always carry Nikon D5, D500 bodies with Nikkor 600mm f4 lens. I also use 1.4X TC, which I use it regularly if the subject is far.Feedback
Try to imagine a frame in mind before you start clicking. My intention was to show the take-off of this kestrel from it's back so that I can show it's top feathers.