A young sparrowhawk perched on a branch lifts its talons as if waving to the camera. The moment was captured in the split second the young female was about to scratch her head - but paused to observe a small bird fly past. The photos were taken by amateur photographer Andrew Armstrong at the Gunners Park and Shoebury Old Ranges Nature Reserve in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. Please byline: Andrew Armstrong/Solent News ?? Andrew Armstrong/Solent News & Photo Agency UK +44 (0) 2380 458800