American and Eurasian kestrels are masters at hovering.
Here a Eurasian kestrel (Falco tinnunculus), filmed at the Isle of Portland, UK, faces the wind and hovers so skillfully that it flutters and twists without moving it’s head.
It’s pinned to a spot in the sky.
(video by wildaboutimages on YouTube)
However did they film this? Where was the camera mounted? It’s quite amazing that these birds can hover like this. Is it looking for prey or just having a joy ride on the wind?
I don’t know the answer to your question but I’ll bet the camera was on a tripod. The kestrel was hunting. That’s why it’s hear remained in one place.
Hi I was on a cliff in Dorset level with the bird.
Paul Bunyard, so good to hear from you. Such great footage of the kestrel. Handheld camera? Wow!