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Murugan Anantharaman
22-03-2012, 10:54 PM
Was in lonavla over the weekend when I saw this black kite hovering over. It seemed to be interested in something near the place I was staying. I waited for about 30mins but the heat got the better of me and I decided to move back in. But this fellow didnt give up. After about an hour the bird moved out of range.

Nikon D3100, f/5.6, SS 1/1250, ec +.3, focal length 300mm. cropped a bit. Light was really harsh and I was clicking right over my head.

Saktipada Panigrahi
23-03-2012, 09:35 AM
Nice wingspread and eye contact.Both in the tail and right wing,it has suffered from some injury.Good caption.Thanks for sharing.SaktiWild

Mrudul Godbole
23-03-2012, 10:43 AM
Nice wing spread. Good eye contact and catch light. I think a horizontal composition would have looked fine too. Thanks for sharing.

Atul Sinai
23-03-2012, 07:05 PM
Nice eye contact and pose. Damaged tail and wing so well documented.

Sabyasachi Patra
24-03-2012, 11:09 AM
Any damage to the tail or wings will impact the aerodynamics significantly. These are often adventurous and dive to take food items. I saw one got hit by a speeding car. With cars at 100plus kmph at times these birds are unable to judge the speed of the approaching vehicles.