The Shadows of Eagle's Wings

January 25, 2016  •  Leave a Comment
One of the many challenges of photographing bald eagles, is trying to manage the light. You don't want the white feathers getting totally washed out nor do you want the wings too dark losing detail. I dial in my camera settings and get it to where I can make a well-exposed image. If the wind, sun, and eagle cooperate, it flies toward the sun provid...
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Success!

January 24, 2016  •  Leave a Comment
As cold as it was and as important as it is for their survival, you find yourself cheering for the eagle when they get a fish. Sweet Success!
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Glorious Sun-filled Day

January 24, 2016  •  Leave a Comment
Soaring, fishing, and basking in the sun along the Mississippi River on a -10 windchill day is a perfect day for an American Bald Eagle.
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Fish Inspector

January 23, 2016  •  Leave a Comment
I love watching these eagles multi-task. Catching fish then flying off while either looking at their catch, eating it mid-air, or just picking at it all while trying to avoid the other eagles trying to steal their catch. It is quite entertaining and takes some amazing coordination and flying skills.
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Wind in the Feathers

January 22, 2016  •  Leave a Comment
This Bald Eagle is gliding along the banks of the Mississippi with target in sight. Notice how aerodynamic they are and the way their feathers handle the wind.
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