19 Powerful Portraits Explore the Mighty Bird Of Prey

23 October 2017

Posted by LisaP

With the innate ability to exude a power, grace and formidable predatory prowess in a single swoop, few winged species are able to match the bird of prey in its propensity to captivate and elicit wide-eyed admiration and awe in equal measure. As majestic in flight as they are striking in pose, the planet’s raptors possess a magnificence that results not only in stunning aerial athleticism, but incredible photographic opportunity alongside. Powerful beaks and talons allude to a fierce hunter and bold focal point; extraordinary visual acuity allows for perceptive depth both in frame and beyond; patterned plumage affords effective camouflage and a gentle photographic beauty alike. Don’t just take our word for it, however – have a look at a stunning selection of images from the Picfair collection.

The sharp eyes and powerful hooked beak of a buzzard not only bring about a phenomenal hunting prowess, but also give rise to an incredibly fierce view of the splendid bird of p... Read more

The sharp eyes and powerful hooked beak of a buzzard not only bring about a phenomenal hunting prowess, but also give rise to an incredibly fierce view of the splendid bird of prey. Read less

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19 Powerful Portraits Explore the Mighty Bird Of Prey

The sharp eyes and powerful hooked beak of a buzzard not only bring about a phenomenal hunting prowess, but also give rise to an incredibly fierce view of the splendid bird of p... Read more

The sharp eyes and powerful hooked beak of a buzzard not only bring about a phenomenal hunting prowess, but also give rise to an incredibly fierce view of the splendid bird of prey. Read less

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The extraordinarily large eyes particular to the ‘wisest’ of species shine as golden halos in an isolated view of the owl’s most striking of facial features.

The extraordinarily large eyes particular to the ‘wisest’ of species shine as golden halos in an isolated view of the owl’s most striking of facial features. Read less

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A lone white-tailed sea eagle commands attention in an impressive display amid an almost crystalline snow-covered landscape.

A lone white-tailed sea eagle commands attention in an impressive display amid an almost crystalline snow-covered landscape. Read less

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Low-angle perspective beautifully displays the finely speckled plumage of a peregrine falcon. At over 200mph in dive, Falco peregrinus truly is the speed demon of the skies.

Low-angle perspective beautifully displays the finely speckled plumage of a peregrine falcon. At over 200mph in dive, Falco peregrinus truly is the speed demon of the skies. Read less

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A fierce and focused stare looms into view as a great grey owl swoops in hunt before the camera. Silent wings and acutely sensitive hearing enable detection of even the tiniest... Read more

A fierce and focused stare looms into view as a great grey owl swoops in hunt before the camera. Silent wings and acutely sensitive hearing enable detection of even the tiniest of prey beneath the snow. Read less

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A pair of magnificent bald eagles scan the horizon for an opportune bite amid the waters of Calgary’s Bow River, Alberta.

A pair of magnificent bald eagles scan the horizon for an opportune bite amid the waters of Calgary’s Bow River, Alberta. Read less

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A powerful portrait highlights the imposing stature and dark brown head and chest feathers of Circaetus pectoralis, Africa’s black-chested snake-eagle, perched in the Serengeti,... Read more

A powerful portrait highlights the imposing stature and dark brown head and chest feathers of Circaetus pectoralis, Africa’s black-chested snake-eagle, perched in the Serengeti, Tanzania. Read less

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A much-maligned scavenger stares on the verge of defiance in a dramatic black and white portrait of a vulture hunched before the lens.

A much-maligned scavenger stares on the verge of defiance in a dramatic black and white portrait of a vulture hunched before the lens. Read less

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The impressive wingspan of the Stellar’s sea eagle soars through shot in a striking display above drift ice in the Sea of Okhotsk, Pacific Ocean.

The impressive wingspan of the Stellar’s sea eagle soars through shot in a striking display above drift ice in the Sea of Okhotsk, Pacific Ocean. Read less

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A quizzical kestrel seemingly indulges the viewer as it settles mid-frame on the side of a colourful and weathered old boat.

A quizzical kestrel seemingly indulges the viewer as it settles mid-frame on the side of a colourful and weathered old boat. Read less

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Shallow depth of field reveals a big attitude from a little owl perched on a fence post in a stern show from Britain’s compact Athene noctua.

Shallow depth of field reveals a big attitude from a little owl perched on a fence post in a stern show from Britain’s compact Athene noctua. Read less

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Close-up image of an airborne Siberian eagle owl offers unwavering focus and a piercing stare from the region’s resident winged predator.

Close-up image of an airborne Siberian eagle owl offers unwavering focus and a piercing stare from the region’s resident winged predator. Read less

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A white-tailed duo makes for an imposing sight amid the drift ice and harsh wintry surrounds of the northwestern arm of the Pacific Ocean.

A white-tailed duo makes for an imposing sight amid the drift ice and harsh wintry surrounds of the northwestern arm of the Pacific Ocean. Read less

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An almost gentle portrayal of a king vulture reveals the brightly coloured, though still characteristically bald, head and beak of the carnivorous regal subject.

An almost gentle portrayal of a king vulture reveals the brightly coloured, though still characteristically bald, head and beak of the carnivorous regal subject. Read less

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A beautifully detailed and rather endearing portrait of a white-faced owl belies the predatory expertise so deadly for its invertebrate prey.

A beautifully detailed and rather endearing portrait of a white-faced owl belies the predatory expertise so deadly for its invertebrate prey. Read less

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Striking monochrome close-up of a saker falcon in profile. The migratory Falco cherrug is a firm falconry favourite, and revered national bird of both Hungary and Mongolia.

Striking monochrome close-up of a saker falcon in profile. The migratory Falco cherrug is a firm falconry favourite, and revered national bird of both Hungary and Mongolia. Read less

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The distinctive heart-shaped face and long wings of a barn owl in flight offer a stunning grace reflected in the ripples of the water below.

The distinctive heart-shaped face and long wings of a barn owl in flight offer a stunning grace reflected in the ripples of the water below. Read less

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Soft black and white portrait of the tawny owl offers an almost melancholic image of the most widespread of British owls, and co-contributor to the familiar sound of a courtship... Read more

Soft black and white portrait of the tawny owl offers an almost melancholic image of the most widespread of British owls, and co-contributor to the familiar sound of a courtship ‘twit-twoo’. Read less

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