Typically, when a bird is holding onto the branch with just one foot, it’s in relaxation mode–hence, the title of today’s American Kestrel shot, “Non-stressful Kestrel.” Taken Nov. 4, 2016, at the Ridgefield NWR.
Canon 7D Mark II, 1/1250, f4, ISO 400, 500mm, 11:43 a.m.