Kea captured

Posted by jamesy (christchurch, New Zealand) on 19 December 2008 in Animal & Insect.

First I must apologise for not posting for the last few days. My little niece has been quite sick in hospital so a had a rush trip to the west coast to work out what was going on. With that and the christmas rush I just haven't been near a computer.

This is a photo at Arthurs pass in the southern allps of a Kea. This is a NZ native parrot which is very cheeky. They can cause major damage when they are in the mood and up at ski fields have been known to destroy cars. They pull all the rubber off around the windows, wreck window wipers and in general do major damage.

I really enjoy taking photos and would appreciate your feedback so that I can learn as I go. I particularly enjoy photographing birds animals and landscapes

Comments (21)

Alun Lambert from cheshire, United Kingdom

very nice shot, love the light in the eye

19 Dec 2008 6:40am

Dimitrios from ATHENS, Greece

my goodnes he is a worrior! cool shot

19 Dec 2008 8:42am

Les from Lincoln, United States

Fabulous shot, so rich with detail. Who knew a bird could be so destructive, though!

Sending good wishes for your little niece's recovery. Take care.

19 Dec 2008 11:33am

@Les: Thanks Les they really are naughty birds but full of character

EYES WIDE SHUT from United Kingdom

A beautiful creature, such amazing plumage and character in that face. Hope everything calms down and you alll have a peaceful Christmas

19 Dec 2008 12:06pm

@EYES WIDE SHUT: thankyou for your visit and your kind words. Your photos are just stunning

Charles from New York, United States

Doesn't look that wild (must be deceptive). Beautiful feathers. Hope everything is allright.

19 Dec 2008 12:35pm

@Charles: they can be very busy little fellas. The niece is getting better now so hopefully all will be right by christmas

dobbino from Cape Town, South Africa

Yep - he looks like he could do a bit of damage! Welcome back - missed you. Hope the niece recovers soon.

19 Dec 2008 3:06pm

@dobbino: thnaks for the kind words Rob I have missed the AM3 community too

Observing from West Cheshire, United Kingdom

Wow... excellent shot Debbie, look at that beak...! He sounds like a bit of a problem bird...?

19 Dec 2008 6:00pm

@Observing: thanks Mike he is a very naughty bird

Jeffster from Long Island, United States

He has a kind of mischievous look! Nice close-up. Great detail.

19 Dec 2008 6:32pm

@Jeffster: thanks very much Jeff

Graham Russon from Cape Town, South Africa

Stunning shot, awesome detail in the feathers. Like the scale you've added to the shot.

Hope you niece is ok.

19 Dec 2008 8:04pm

@Graham Russon: Thanks Graham she is getting better hopefully will be recovered by christmas

LeenaM from Joensuu, Finland

Oh, good, she is better and you all can get a good Christmas time without worrying too much.
Wishing you and all your loved ones a Merry Christmas and much happiness in the New Year !
Leena

( Do you have Facebook account, what about joining to the Aminus group on Facebook, perhaps after Christmas )

19 Dec 2008 9:16pm

@LeenaM: Thanks Leena I will look at joining after christmas. Life is too crazy at the moment. Hope you and your family have a happy and safe festive season

JJ from Jersey City, United States

Welcome back, Hope your niece is doing oK
I havent seen one of these for so long and this is a brilliant capture such wonderful colors and detail

19 Dec 2008 10:38pm

@JJ: Thanks JJ my niece is better so hopefully she will be back to 100% by christmas

Bookfool from Mississippi, United States

Great shot! I just read a book about a man who owns several parrots and they do sound rather destructive. Healing withses for your niece.

19 Dec 2008 11:46pm

@Bookfool: thanks for the healing wishes Nancy

Bookfool from Mississippi, United States

That's supposed to be "wishes". Sorry, couldn't sleep, last night. I type very, very badly when I'm tired.

19 Dec 2008 11:54pm

@Bookfool: I understand

Elisa from Massachusetts, United States

beautiful capture Debbie!, like the detail in the feathers.
Hope your niece is feeling much better!

20 Dec 2008 12:14am

@Elisa: thanks so much Elisa

Eric Fry from Houston, TX, United States

Great detail in this shot! He does look like a bit of a hooligan, though.

Best wishes for your niece and family.

Eric

20 Dec 2008 1:41am

@Eric Fry: thanks very much for the comments and the visit Eric

One from Açores, Portugal

Truly a magnificent image !!
Good capture, but given the damage that is capable of doing, is it better to remain where it is.
My best wishes to your nephew for a speedy recovery.

20 Dec 2008 4:53am

maxine from New Zealand

Hehehe he is brilliant!

20 Dec 2008 6:12am

Linerberry from Sumner, Christchurch, New Zealand

Sorry to hear you Niece has been unwell again Deb, hope things are getting better! Lovely capture!

21 Dec 2008 6:55am

Heather from Federal Way, United States

I'm sorry about your niece, wishing her well!
The ski fields bit made me laugh. That looks like a large bird! I love how well you've been able to capture it in these few photos.

21 Dec 2008 8:37am

Gabor Varga from Hungary

:)
I know their habits but I like them anyway.
All shots of this series are great.

24 Dec 2008 10:13pm

willow from Chelsea, United States

He looks like a trouble maker! Nice shot.

26 Dec 2008 5:31pm

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