The kestral and the snake.
I never thought I'd see this...this kestral (female I think, cause she hangs around the nest all the time) was flying around with this northern water snake baby, occasionally landing on top of a post or pole to take a bite at the head. I'm learning these kestrals are really tough little characters...strong, too! Near ELC in Ft. Collins.
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Comment by Austin Hess on May 13, 2012 at 10:26pm -
WOW!!!!! What an incredible capture Theo! That is really nature at its best. They are indeed tough, they'll take out Doves occasionally too!
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Comment by Penny Bauer on May 14, 2012 at 12:01am -
What a great catch!
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Comment by Pat Gaines on May 14, 2012 at 12:41am -
Great shot, Theo! Looks like kestrel - 1, snake - 0.
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