It would be great to think I just happened upon this snapshot in the wild, it certainly looks to be doesn't it? Instead, it was a grand photo opportunity during a free-flight raptor show at the Alice Springs Desert Park, N.T.
with a magnificent backdrop of the MacDonnell Ranges
New addition: This photo taken by Paul Fergus, tour participant who also went home, referenced his photos, and found this to be the Whistling Kite; thanks Paul for your feedback, and sharing your super photo.
Have I whet your appetite with majestic scenery? The first of photos taken on my recent trip have been uploaded to Snap Happy Online. Hope you'll follow me there, and see what I saw for you too, the wonderful scenery and places of interest, from the Red Heart of Alice Springs to Uluru, in the Northern Territory.
Sharing with Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin'
beautiful no matter how you saw him!
ReplyDeleteHe's handsome whatever kind of raptor he is! Gorgeous country!
ReplyDeleteSuper location to watch a raptor display. Wrong part of the world fro me to comment on ID.
ReplyDeleteI don't know if it's whistling, not from Australia, so I can't help, sorry. But, it is fantastic photo Carole.
ReplyDeleteYou didn't need to own up to that one Carole. Whether its truly wild or not your kite pictures are lovely. I'm pleased you got the ID as I couldn't help with that one.
ReplyDeleteCarole, the scenery is beautiful and awesome shots of the Whistling Kite! Thank you for linking up to my critter party. Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteHi Carole,
ReplyDeletemarvelous photos of this special and beautiful bird. Great !
Best regards, Synnöve
A very handsome bird. The location is gorgeous too.
ReplyDeleteWow; I've never known this raptor called "Whistling Kite"♡♡♡ What a beauty; your beautiful country sure has wonderful lives;
ReplyDeleteSending you lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
Great shot of this beautiful bird and the scenery does look quite intriguing. Will check out your other blog for more of this scenery
ReplyDeleteHi Carole,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of this bird of prey.
Picture 1 and 3 are totally awesome.
Best regards, Irma
Nothing better in my opinion than the Red Centre! I've been there 3 times, and every time I was amazed. It's a magical place. A very handsome bird.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird, captured so well by both of you!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos and a very powerful bird.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful series of photos! I love the second one!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back from your trip Carole ... wonderful background of deep colours to showcase your pics. Looking forward to seeing more.
ReplyDeleteThey have a feeling of freedom and power.
ReplyDeleteMerle.........
Yes, yes, yes....I would love to book a flight to your country just to see your birds!!
ReplyDeleteThis is one beautiful kite. My goodness, what rich wonderful colors.
Thanks for linking up this weekend at the Bird D'Pot. Always appreciated.
Great photos! I bet the demonstration was very interesting.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots!
ReplyDeleteWow, he is gorgeous! Very nice and happy for your sighting.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird Carole, love the scenery too.
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