There I was, hiking through the mist — somewhere between lost in thought and mildly out of breath — when this beauty appeared.

A Common Kestrel, perched like it owned the trail (which, to be fair, it kinda does). No sound, no drama, just fog, flowers, and one perfectly still raptor giving me side-eye.

This short video captures that rare, cinematic pause when nature decides to flex, quietly. It’s one of those “right place, right time” hiking gifts that makes every uphill step worth it.

📍 Filmed on a hiking trail in Cape Town, South Africa

🐦 Featuring: Common Kestrel, moody fog, wildflowers

🎥 Short video. Big mood. Zero filters.

✨ Sometimes the trail gives you more than views.

🎬 Watch the moment — link in bio before it flies off.