ron

by ron cleeton
(moreton morrell warwickshire)


spotted this bird 3 or 4 times now, tried to get closer to take photo but the two I have downloaded are the best I have got. can anyone tell me what it is? the only bird in the books I have that it looks like is a lesser kestrel is that possible?

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Mar 31, 2016
 Ron NEW
by: Brook

Ron, I'd say that's an excellent observation. Based on the shape of the tip of the tail feathers and the black markings on it, along wth the size, and color markings it would have to be the lesser kestrel. nice job!
Mar 31, 2016
 Second Question NEW
by: Margaret Mariam

Is it hunting any birds ? Or eating the other birds' food ?
Mar 31, 2016
 size ? NEW
by: Margaret Mariam

How big is it please ?

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