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Milvus milvus


Milvus milvus
Photo Information
Copyright: Huseyin Gursu (Avare) Silver Note Writer [C: 8 W: 4 N: 75] (514)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-05
Categories: Birds
Camera: Nikon D70, Sigma 80-400 OS
Details: Tripod: Yes
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-05-07 11:14
Viewed: 1649
Points: 8
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Identification:
Even in silhouette this Kite is unmistakable, with long, relatively pointed wings angled to create an "M" shape and a long deeply forked tail with pointed corners. At closer range you can enjoy the rich red of its underparts and especially the almost orange colour of its uppertail, tipped with black corners.
Habitat:
Breeds in steep-sided valleys with mature woodland. Winters on uplands in open country.

Native breeding birds are found only in central Wales where they are now abundant and easily seen. To get particularly good views you should visit one of the winterfeeding sites at either Gigrin Farm near or by the road just south of Tregaron village. Birds gather here, especially in the evenings, to scavenge on meat scraps which are artificially provided. Introduced Scandinavian birds, identifiable by their wing tags, can also be seen in parts of Scotland and England such as in the Chilterns. Wild Scandinavian birds may also turn up in spring and autumn, especially in East Anglia.
Distribution:
The feeding stations in Wales offer exceptional views of dozens of birds. Other good areas include the valleys around Jaca and Extremadura (Spain)where there's an impressive winter roost of hundreds of birds opposite the town of Valdesalor.
Population:
In 1994, 111 territorial pairs were located in Wales and 70 of these were proven to have bred. In addition, 28 pairs of re-introduced birds raised 50 young in England and Scotland. By 1997 the total was thought to have risen to 160 pairs.
The total European breeding population is between 18,000-28,000 pairs. In Germany the population is between 9000-19000. Russian population 1-50

Source: http://www.birdguides.com/html/vidlib/species/Milvus_milvus.htm
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  • manyee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3059 W: 231 N: 6128] (20966)
  • [2006-05-07 13:47]

Fantastic capture, Huseyin.
Great POV, very sharp details, excellent exposure and color saturation. Informative notes. A beauty. TFS. : )

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  • BeBe Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 124 W: 0 N: 251] (917)
  • [2006-05-07 13:58]

Hi Huseyin, good sharp photo, the combination of colors and the background is excellent, Juan

You must be proud with this picture! Excellent!

Wow, great photo with such beautiful details. The light and the colors are excellent. POV and composition are just stunning.
TFS,
Niek

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