We have takeoff! Great capture. Losing the top of the main bird is a pity, but made up for by the better focus than next door.

Really stands out well against the busy backdrop. Tack sharp.

Ripper.

No red eye ring - juvenile or gender difference? It doesn't have the white leading edge on its wing either, so I'm leaning towards juvenile.

Mean looking guy eh?

Lots of good photos come by pure chance. Would love to get a good action shot like this...one day.

That is pertty good. I think thay also got that davy criket off guard too.

Fantastic, the layers and arrangement of the balloons is just spot on. Like this a lot.

Prefer this one, the main bird is placed in the frame better and it feels more dynamic.
Nice catch either way.

Quite the trio! Crop holds up well. Cool with them flying in inverted v formation!