When you think of fearsome predators, which ones come first to mind? Wolves? Lions or bears? How about snakes or sharks? Some of you might even be in the midst of a bone-chilling flashback about a menacing spider you once encountered. But what about birds? Most people think of a pet parrot or a handsome cardinal or some similar non-threatening winged creature; unless you happen to be an ornithophobe, none of these is going to be any cause for concern. Make no mistake, though — there are some real rock stars among the class of animal we refer to as birds. Eagles, owls, hawks, falcons, and other raptors characterized by peerless vision, powerful beak, and piercing talons are some of nature’s most efficient hunters.
The photos below capture various birds of prey in flight, some in active pursuit of their next meal. If you’re uneasy around birds, take this opportunity to marvel our ferocious feathered friends from the safest place possible — in front of a screen.
Photo by andy li
Photo by Airwolfhound
Photo by Brendan Lally
Photo by Nick Christoff
Photo by Finiky
Photo by Andy Morffew
Photo by Tony Hisgett
Photo by Bart van Dorp
Photo by andy li
Photo by Marc Cappelletti
Photo by andy li
Photo by Steve Jurvetson
Photo by Jacob Spinks
Photo by Craig ONeal
2 Comments
INCREDIBLE Images! Would really like information regarding equipment and technique……..
A Turkey Vulture is a Scavenger not a Bird of Prey (thePhoto by Nick Christoff) but it still a wonderful Photo