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Bald eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Photo by ScottLewis
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Field Notes

Notes:

Spotted several times feeding on a deer carcass, and perched in the surrounding trees. Although I see them fairly regularly, this was my first opportunity to photograph a wild eagle. I wish that I had a lens that would reach out there a little better!

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Comments (3)
ScottLewis
Me too Draezeth! I don't use the word majestic very often, but I can think of no better time than when describing these big, beautiful birds. Truly majestic.They are awesome to see in the wild!

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Wildlife of the South East, USA
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Hunters & Animal Food Habits
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PublishedFebruary 3, 2013

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