Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) adult, feeding, plucking Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) prey on ground (captive)
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Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) adult, feeding, plucking Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) prey on ground (captive)
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Media ID 6550215
© FLPA/Paul Sawer
Bird Of Prey Captive Falcon Falcons Feathers Ground Kill Killed Killing Kills Pigeon Pigeons Pluck Plucked Plucking Plucks Prey Preying Preys Raptor Raptors Wood Pigeon Wood Pigeons Woodpigeon Woodpigeons Columba Palumbus Eats Feeds
Feathers Fly and Lunch is Served - Peregrine Falcon Shows Off Plucking Skills on Wood Pigeon Prey!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness the ultimate predator in action. The majestic Peregrine Falcon, with its fierce gaze and razor-sharp talons, has successfully captured a plump Wood Pigeon for its midday feast. With feathers scattered around like confetti at a wild party, it's clear that this falcon means business when it comes to satisfying its hunger. The scene unfolds on the ground of European nature where our captive avian superstar displays its remarkable hunting prowess. As the falcon delicately plucks away at the pigeon's feathers, one can't help but marvel at both the beauty and brutality of nature's circle of life. With each precise movement, this adult bird of prey reveals an intricate dance between predator and prey. Its keen eyesight allows it to spot even the slightest movement from afar before swooping down with lightning speed to secure its meal. It's a thrilling display of survival instincts that reminds us why these raptors are considered kings of the sky. As we observe this intense moment frozen in time by photographer Paul Sawer, we're reminded that wildlife photography offers us glimpses into untamed worlds filled with awe-inspiring creatures like our feathery protagonist here. So let your imagination soar as you envision yourself witnessing firsthand this epic battle between hunter and hunted!
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