Wednesday, August 05, 2009

Is this a Falcon?



Last night and the night before, we had a mysterious visitor in our back yard. I was able to get some photo's of it but haven't had time to research what kind of bird it was. At first, we thought it might be an eagle, but when we got closer to it, we could see it wasn't. Anyone know? Ryan thinks it's a falcon. Whatever it is...it's BIG.

We first noticed it in the tree

Is it me, or does he look like he's dancing?

He then flew down to the ground, so we crept closer. He didn't seem the least bit frightened by our close proximity.

"And who are you?"


"Hmmm...these people are dull as rocks. I guess I'll flap my wings."


"Maybe if I stare them down, they'll stop trying to take my picture."


"They didn't get the hint. Farewell annoying paparazzi."