Saturday, December 3, 2011

Pygmy Falcon

The elephants weren't the only critters I visited with during


Pygmy Falcon 

This is the African Pygmy Falcon ... the smallest raptor in Africa.



Pygmy Falcon


What a cutie!


Pygmy Falcon



Very photogenic and patient with everyone who came up to see her.
Pygmy Falcon


But, she did get fluffed up when the sparrows started to
bug her. Sort of: "Ha, Ha ... you can't get me!" 

Many thanks to Misty for being our hostess for Camera Critters. 

Wishing YOU well and a JOY filled weekend.


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19 comments:

  1. wildcatwoodsDecember 3, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    I have never seen one of these. So tiny!

    Carolina Mts

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  2. GenevaDecember 3, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    What a cute little Pygmy Falcon ... I want to hold it! I love your photographs ... Great Job!

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  3. Debra She Who SeeksDecember 3, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Small, cute and undoubtedly vicious!

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  4. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartDecember 3, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    So cute! Had to call my husband and daughter to the screen to see how cute your photos are!

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  5. eileeninmdDecember 3, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    What a cute bird. The last photo is wonderful. I usually wouldn't say a raptor is cute but this really is CUTE! Great shots, have a wonderful weekend!

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  6. JanetDecember 3, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    What a face! She's so cute but I bet you wouldn't want to tangle with her! That beak looks pretty strong.

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  7. Ingrid AndreaDecember 3, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    So cute little bird!

    Tank you:) Greetings from Norway ©Ingrid Andrea

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  8. CameraCruiseDecember 3, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    She's so cute!
    Gorgeous photos, love all of them.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  9. ShannonWDecember 3, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Too cute! First time I have seen one.

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  10. DeniseinVADecember 3, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    How adorable! Lovely shots of this little African falcon. I also have a raptor on my post today, an American Kestrel.

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  11. Betsy Banks AdamsDecember 3, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Hi Snap, He's so gorgeous!!!! I've never seen an African Pygmy Falcon... Thanks for sharing.. He's a cutie.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  12. PondsideDecember 4, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    The birds are lovely, but really, today I've come by just to see the header again - it makes me smile when the Christmas cheer is eluding me.

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  13. Cezar and LéiaDecember 4, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    This little critter is so delicate and adorable!
    Amazing portraits!
    purrs, love and a nice Sunday :)
    Luna and mammy Léia

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  14. FranciscaDecember 4, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    My goodness! I just visited Denise's American Kestrel, and now your African Pygmy Falcon. A double treat of falcons! Yours is adorable.

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  15. AnonymousDecember 4, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    What gorgeous shots of this charming bird!

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  16. Hootin AnniDecember 4, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Amazing creature. Such a handsome, wonderful face.

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  17. Phil SladeDecember 4, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    What a cutie that is Snap

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  18. The Bodhi ChickletDecember 4, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    Wow - a truly stunning creature. Funny how she plumps herself, don't we all?!

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  19. AnonymousDecember 4, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    What a beautiful little bird!

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