Red Kite

Had seen Red Kites during my strolls in the Avon before. Had the goodfortune to get upclose to this one ,which was unmidful of my presence

More Images - Raptors

 Little Owl : A wonderful bird. Gave me a nice pose for a portrait

 RedKite in Flight - Most graceful in flight. Took this shot as the bird took off from the wooden stump.

4. The American Bald Eagle in Flight -I would like to call him "King of the Skies".

Raptor Fever - HCT Andover

Have always been fascinated by Raptors. Had been seeing buzzards flying around during my walks in the Avon. Decided to pay a visit to my favourite spot - The Hawk Conservancy Trust in Andover. Missed my 10:26 a.m. train ad missed out on the fist lower ground flying demonstration. I spent the rest of the day with these wonderful creatures of the sky,. I am yet to download two of my cards and will upload more images in during the week - bear with me.

1. Redkite wild in flight

2. Kestrel wild in flight

3. Grey Heron near Regs Meadow










4. Yellow Hammer - Have seen this bird but did not get a phto opportunity

Wonderful Day with the Birds of Prey

The Hawk Conservancy Trust is a well known tourist attraction in the Uk. This trust is involved in rehabilitation, conservation or birds of prey. The centre at Andover, houses a variety of species from allover the world like the Striated Caracara, African Fishing Eagle, Twamy Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, Harris Hawks, Brahminy kites, Red Kite, variety of Owls and last but not the least the Magnificent Bald Eagle. The park is spread over 22 acers of land and has two dedicated Flying grounds and a wild flower meadow. The Park is open to the public every day from 10.30am - 5.30pm. A typical day at The Hawk Conservancy Trust runs like this: Displays start with the Vulture Restaurant at 11.30. The Noon and 3.30 flying displays are held in the Lower Flying Grounds while the 2.00 Valley of the Eagles display takes place in Reg's Meadow . At the end of the day, there's a wild Red Kite and Heron feed at the hides. Additional activities include duck races and Raptor Safari tractor & trailer rides. A must visit place for all bird lovers to see these Magnificent Raptors at close quarters.

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Visit the Image Gallery : Hawk Conservancy Trust , Andover Uk