Home»All Albums & Groups»Kenya — January, 2015»Samburu — Close Range Melierax poliopterus

~ In all nine safaris in Kenya, there have only been a few instances where ideal portraits were possible. For lighting to be right, a subject to be closer than usual, no distractions and a touch of stardust scattered about, one must wait until such a rare moment presents itself, an unexpected boon from the tutelary spirits of safaris. In this instance an adult Melierax poliopterus, Eastern Chanting-Goshawk, was perched on a snag immediately beside an old track. It never left its perch, allowing us to take especially close range portraits. It was easily one of the nicest experiences on any safari.