Bird Photo Competition 1 2017 : Entry Number 31

Judges Comment

Incredible timing as this hawk strikes its doomed prey.

Photographers Comment

The last gasp! This Ferruginous Hawk was new to our area and I had seen it out hunting a few times before. I happened to be out mountain biking with camera in tow and was fortunate enough to catch it diving. It was truly a once in a lifetime shot for me. David in Colorado. Nikon D7200 200-500mm