Monday, August 8, 2011

Air Force Falcon

The mascot at the Air Force Academy is the falcon, and they have several live ones. Here is a young one, on his trainer's hand. These are flash photos taken at night.
What amazing birds to see up close! And for more interesting sights, visit My World Tuesday.
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19 comments:

  1. Sylvia KAugust 8, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    What beautiful, delightful birds, Al! You got such "up close and personal" shots! I love them! Hope you have a great beginning to your week!

    Sylvia

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  2. ViolaAugust 8, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Gorgeous pictures of the falcon! A beautiful bird I think! :)

    And I like your flowers from the Botanic Garden, very lovely!

    And WoW- the lightning- absolutely gorgeous!! I know how difficult it is to fasten the lightning to the memory chip, but you've made it! Well done! :)

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  3. Karin M.August 8, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Oh...noch ist es ein süßer kleiner Vogel....und er hat so ein tolles Gefieder....
    LG: Karin

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  4. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    These shots are simply wonderful!

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  5. OlgaAugust 8, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    The bird looks very serious, but cute at the same time.

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  6. Sallie (FullTime-Life)August 8, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Wonderful pictures -- their eyes are so intelligent looking! Must have been great to watch what I assume was a training exercise.

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  7. taioAugust 8, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    wow,wonderful pictures

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  8. FrikoAugust 8, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Aha, so that's why the bird is keeping still enough for you to shoot.

    It's a splendid picture.

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  9. MaritesAugust 8, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    wow..you got close! it's so cute and regal even if it's still small.

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  10. SnapAugust 8, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Isn't he amazing! Wonderful little falcon.

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  11. eileeninmdAugust 8, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    It is a beautiful bird. A wonderful mascot.

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  12. ArijaAugust 8, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Al, that is one splendid little fellow.Seeing him like that is the next best thing to holding a wild youngster in your hands.

    Thank you for sharing the beauty and wonder with us.

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  13. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    so so cute.

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  14. Penelope NotesAugust 9, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    This is an impressive photograph considering it was taken at night! The young bird is adorable but nonetheless shows its true hunter potential with its unyielding stare.

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  15. LindaAugust 9, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Do they also use them to keep the runways clear of birds?

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  16. Wild_BillAugust 9, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    An absolutely amazing bird photographed by an amazing photographer!

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  17. ElettraAugust 10, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    Superb picture !!!!!!!!!

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  18. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪August 10, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    did I tell you my dad. his brothers and cousins were all called birds. Of course, the oldest one are bog fierce birds. The youngest is a sparrow. My Dad, the older pack is called falcon.

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  19. CRAugust 12, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Al,
    Absolutely fantastic, photos!

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