Nature Walks – Kestrels On Alert

As you know, I love my little American Kestrels, as well as all the birds of prey. But then again, I could have just left it with I love all my birds, and that too would be a very true statement. 🙂 There is something magical about my little Kestrels though. These are the smallest and most abundant falcons in North America. Here we call them American Kestrels, but in some areas, they are also called Sparrowhawks or Northern Kestrels. They are one of the most colorful of all the raptors: the male’s slate-blue head and wings contrast elegantly with his rusty-red back and tail; the female has the same warm reddish on her wings, back, and tail.

She is looking for her prey in all directions.

Another day, another female, in the same location. They like this spot a lot. I tend to see Kestrels perched here quite often.

Have a great day. 🙂