The hunt

A marsh Harrier up close and personal.

The largest of the harriers, it can be recognised by its long tail and light flight with wings held in a shallow 'V'. It is distinguishable from other harriers by its larger size, heavier build, broader wings and absence of white on the rump. Females are larger than males and have obvious creamy heads. Its future in the UK is now more secure than at any time during the last century but historical declines and subsequent recovery means it is an Amber List species.
Where to see them
Mainly found in eastern and south-east England, with some in the north-west, south-west and Scotland. Seen over reedbeds and marshes, as well as farmland near wetlands. Marsh harriers can be seen at: Elmley, Kent; Leighton Moss, Lancashire; Minsmere, Suffolk; Titchwell Marsh and Strumpshaw Fen, Norfolk; Ouse and Nene Washes, Cambs, and Blacktoft Sands, Yorkshire. Other nature reserves with marsh harriers include Stodmarsh, Kent and Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire.

A very shy Bird Mainly because of it's persecution through the last century making close photography of this species particularly difficult.

Brand:	Canon
Camera:	Canon EOS 7D
Lens:	240-600mm
Recording media:	RAW (digital)
Date Taken:	19 Mar 2012 - 4:44 PM
Focal Length:	600mm
Lens Max Aperture:	f/5.7
Aperture:	f/8.0
Shutter Speed:	1/1000sec
Exposure Comp:	0.0
ISO:	400
Exposure Mode:	Manual
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
Flash:	Off, Did not fire

Title:	The hunt
Username:	ianrobinson
Uploaded:	9 Apr 2012 - 9:21 PM
Tags:	Bird of prey, Marsh harrier, Raptor, Wildlife / nature
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