American Kestrel

American Kestrel -- Point Reyes National Seashore, CA
Canon EOS Rebel T5i, EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM. f/5.6, 1/1600s, ISO: 640

I encountered a kestrel today that seemed almost happy to pose for photos.  That's not normal, at least not in my experience.  Kestrels in general don't hang around long for photos to be taken, and when they do they make sure to be in a position where the lighting will make it impossible to get a good shot.  This little lady, though, she was very patient and gave me a number of different looks.  What a sweety.