This one spent several days sitting on the ground in the middle of a pasture. There were a lot of ground birds in the area: meadowlarks, pipits, and sparrows.
It was at a distance of 100+ yards. This individual was shy and would not permit closer approach.

The reverse side.

Photo taken with a Nikon D90 using a Nikon 400mm f/5.6.

December 30, 2011.