Kestrels around the city

We see American Kestrels year-round in the city, and below are some shots I've collected from around Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. The males have spotted chests, blue wings, and rusty tails, while the females have brown streaky bodies, brown wings and brown banded tails. Both are very attractive.

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Kestrels like to perch on tall pointed objects, like the spindly branch above and the finger below. 

You can usually hear kestrels before spotting them, as they are small but loud fast-flying falcons. Listen for their high shrieky calls, which can be heard over the sounds of traffic and air-conditioners.