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Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni) adult male, in flight, with Mole Cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) prey in beak
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Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni) adult male, in flight, with Mole Cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) prey in beak
Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni) adult male, in flight, with Mole Cricket (Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa) prey in beak, landing on tiled roof of bullring, Trujillo Bullring, Trujillo, Caceres Province, Extremadura, Spain, April
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Talk about a high-flying feast! This Lesser Kestrel is the ultimate multitasker, showing off its impressive flight skills while enjoying a delicious Mole Cricket snack. With its beak full and wings spread wide, this dashing adult male effortlessly lands on the tiled roof of Trujillo Bullring in Spain's Extremadura province. Known for their agile hunting abilities, these Mediterranean raptors are true masters of the skies. And who can blame them? When you have such delectable prey like the Mole Cricket, it's no wonder they're always on the lookout! This stunning photo captures not only the beauty of this European roof-dwelling bird but also showcases nature's intricate food chain at work. The vibrant colors of both predator and prey create a captivating contrast against the backdrop of Trujillo's historic bullring. As spring arrives in Spain, so does an abundance of avian activity. These Eurasian kestrels take advantage of warmer weather to soar through blue skies and fill their bellies with protein-packed insects like crickets. It seems that even rooftops become gourmet dining spots for our feathered friends! So next time you spot a rooftop-dwelling kestrel or hear their distinctive call echoing through Spanish landscapes, remember that beneath those majestic wings lies an insatiable appetite for adventure…and cricket cuisine!
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