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Uploaded: 04/16/08 10:40 AM GMT
Itty Bitty
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The American Kestrel is the smallest falcon in North America—about the size of an American Robin. Like all raptors, the American Kestrel is sexually dimorphic, although there is some overlap within the species. The female ranges in length from 23 to 28 centimeters (9-11 inches) with a wingspan of 53–61 centimeters (21–24 inches) and weighs an average of 120 grams (4.2 ounces). The length of the male varies between 20–25 centimeters (8–10 inches) with a wingspan ranging from 51–56 centimeters (20–22 inches) and weighing an average of 111 grams (3.9 ounces).

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::Joanie
04/16/08 2:02 PM GMT
What a cutey! A very excellent capture Randy. I love reading your narratives on these birds too! Beautifully presented!
Joanie
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::cynlee
04/16/08 3:24 PM GMT
He's so pretty. Great shot, Randy. I think they should let him go. ;)
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::bif000
04/16/08 5:42 PM GMT
Great shot, Randy.
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.vangoughs
04/16/08 8:34 PM GMT
Captivating!!!
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::ianmacappin
04/16/08 9:55 PM GMT
The bird is perfect in the middle, as ever loads of detail and colour...up big the bird is great...not to sure about the frame though, maybe a bit big and dark? Maybe just me? Another great bird shot sir!

Ian :)
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.Genver
04/17/08 12:47 AM GMT
Very nice bird,the photo is very good.
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::JQ
04/17/08 8:37 AM GMT
hes a beautiful guy! do you work with these birds?? i always wonder how you manage to get so close to them!
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::Hottrockin
04/17/08 11:26 AM GMT
I'm sure glad ya'll liked this little birdie!! Thanks for the grand comments!!
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Why do the pictures come out square when the lens is round?? Picture Purrrfect .
::LynEve
04/17/08 12:49 AM GMT
Very nice shot and perfectly framed - he looks a cute little falcon, Mr Birdman.
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::SEFA
04/17/08 6:58 PM GMT
A beautiful raptor and a very good photo of him. I like the way you framed it.
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