If you see an American Kestrel perched in a tree it is easy to think that is is just another pretty song bird.

They are beautiful birds. They had interesting markings along their heads and wings. They have bright orange hues coloring their feathers.

They are rather small birds. Easy to mistake for a song bird. But they may just as easy eat a song bird for lunch.

American Kestrels are indeed birds of prey. and they are not to be trifled with.

This kestrel soars through the blue skies with its prey clutched in sharp talons.