We may be in July but Eleonora's Falcons' breeding season hasn't started yet. Birds can be still seen flying over the mainland to look for their favourite prey; large insects. Therefore, wandering individuals are often found above the Acropolis, the hill of Lycabettus and other vantage spots of Athens!
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| The Eleonora's Falcon is an icon of the rocky islets of the Aegean. However, from April to July it mostly frequent the mainland. |
Apart from the Eleonora's, Alpine Swifts are the most common bird seen flying above your head, if you visit one of the hills of Athens.
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| It is always a joy to watch the Alpine Swift. A good photo is always a difficult task, however, especially when the summer haze drives the autofocus system crazy! |
