July 2015 – Fernhill Wetlands, Forest Grove, Oregon

Thanks to a passing stranger for spotting this bird in a tree with the sun behind. It was hard even to look at, much less photograph, but I managed OK.

Peregrine Falcon

American Kestrel

March 2013 – Sauvie Island, Oregon

As common as these birds are, they’re quite skittish. You’d think a tough little bird like this would stand its ground more boldly, but no.