These are two of our resident Bald Eagles, ‘locals’ as I call them.
The other morning we were up and out long before dawn hoping for sunrise shots in a nearby swamp. For my part I quickly changed lens and headed down to the river eagle tree. A mated pair start their day there fairly often.
After finding them I grabbed some ‘too early’ shots and waited for some type of action. Most always, like 99% of the time, when something happens we miss it. You just can’t hold the gear up the whole time. Eagles don’t have much of a tell letting you know a flight may be coming.
This morning the sun came up, I was watching, and yes…they gave me a break.
The pair dropped and looked down at the marsh behind me, at the same time. This is the usual direction so no surprise here (thank goodness).
I don’t know what the chances are of getting both big birds in flight in the same frame might be. However I don’t remember the last time it happened to me though.
Having a Bald Eagle fly by like this is pretty amazing.
I’m pretty sure having lighter weight gear got me this opportunity. Now I just need more practice to be sure I don’t miss too many future chances. Even though I did catch these I must admit to ‘fumbling’ a few others because I’m still learning my new stuff.
Another ‘best viewed large’ here.
You captured a wonderful moment!
Thanks. I wonder what the chances are of catching three together LOL
You were so lucky to capture these breathtaking moments! I wish I would be there 🙂
The fact they were Bald Eagles makes this really nice 👍👍
Really nice, Ted!
Thanks 😁. Nest building time around here. I have another encounter with them still in a todo folder. While out today we bumped into a few more but no shots.
It’s hard to believe nesting season is beginning there as our season has come to an end. Lucky you!
Luck for sure. We have a long nesting season. A few birds start as it colder, like the Eagles. The Great Blue Herons will start poking around in our cold January. After that a good 6 months of different breeding. ☺️☺️
Majestic!! 🙌🏼🤩🦅
They are !
Great snaps.
Thanks. I’m taking advantage of their habit and favorite look out spot. After the nest is done they will be too busy to sit and watch the sunrise with us mere mortals.