Hawk in Soft Light is a photograph by Deborah Benoit which was uploaded on May 8th, 2013.
Hawk in Soft Light
Hawks have been known for their mating season. The method this animal uses to reproduce is different from most. The male and female will fly together... more
Title
Hawk in Soft Light
Artist
Deborah Benoit
Medium
Photograph - Original Photography By Deborah Benoit
Description
Hawks have been known for their mating season. The method this animal uses to reproduce is different from most. The male and female will fly together up in the air in a circular motion. Once the two get to a certain height, the male will dive toward the female and then they will raise back to the height again. The two birds will repeat this until finally the male latches onto the female and they begin to free-fall down to earth. In one year, a female hawk will lay about five eggs. Both the male and the female will cater and take care of the eggs for about a month until they hatch. The male and the female will also create their nest before the mating season and will improve it together during the nesting season. The two birds usually make their nest prior to mating. Some species of hawks tend to be monogamous, staying with the same mating partner their whole lives.
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May 8th, 2013
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Comments (38)
Stanley Lupo
I like your processing. It is similar to my current approach to wildlife images..voted/favorites.
Will Borden
Incredibly beautiful, Deb~~the hawk is crystal clear and the background is superb!!! F,V&SU!!
Debbie Portwood
Wow! So beautiful! Love the way the wind is ruffling his feathers, and his intense gaze!! v.f