Donald Chin, Nankeen Kestrel in flight mode (ANIMAL 2025)

Nankeen kestrel, a raptor native to Australia tends to be very quick and fast when it goes to flight. They will scan from the sky and when they see their prey, they hover and dives in a quick action using their wings to control their descent. They are very skilful in landing with just one leg while the other holds their prey. Meanwhile, their take off is without any indication and they are swift to fly without hesitation.

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