Friday 5 February 2010

Euro Robin on Silver Birch



















Euro Robin on Silver Birch stump.

Canon 40D + 300 2.8. 640ASA. Overcast. Monopod.

In the winter grey, old fiery breast just shouts to be taken.....and he was!!

Copyright: Kevin Smith

5 comments:

Helen said...

Beautiful shot. Robins look a lot different in US. Helen

Nellie from Beyond My Garden said...
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Nellie from Beyond My Garden said...

You are right! That orange calls out for the lense. How big is this bird? It appears very delicate. I can't tell size not knowing how big the birch is. I enjoy seeing what the other side of "the pond" has to offer. What are your typical hawks?
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Unknown said...

cute little guy. love the color. nice image.

Kevin Smith said...

Beyond the Garden.

Thanks for your interest.

Our typical raptors: Merlin, Sparrowhawk, Hen Harrier, Marsh Harrier, Montagus Harrier [rare],
Peregrine,Goshawk, Red Kite, Osprey,
Kestrel.

Golden Eagle and White Tailed Sea Eagle very rare.