The striking photograph was taken by Carl Abbott, a member of The Bolton News Camera Club, on Sunday afternoon (October 11).
The image shows the kestrel with its wings outstretched and tail feathers fanned as it hovers above the moorland.
Kestrels are known for their distinctive hunting technique, which involves hovering almost motionless in the air while scanning the ground for prey.
They primarily feed on small mammals, including voles and mice, and are often spotted hunting across open countryside.
The photograph is among the latest wildlife images shared by members of The Bolton News Camera Club, which showcases the work of local photographers.
Smithills Moor is home to a variety of wildlife, with its vast stretches of open moorland providing hunting grounds for birds of prey.