I’m again reaching back into my archives, this time with one of my favorite Northern Harrier action shots, taken Jan. 11, 2012, at the Ridgefield NWR. I recall watching this bird landing on the ground and when I hit the shutter as it took off, providing a good look at its prey.
Canon 7D, 1/2500, f5.6, ISO 400, 400mm, 10:57 a.m.