I've wanted to get a photo of an Eagle bringing home the food, and today I got close.
From my viewing spot, there's not a lot of warning with an Eagle gliding to its nest to get the bird in flight. I thought my best tactic would be to focus in on the nest and fire away if I saw the shadow over the pond. For this, could have used a higher speed? For now though, it will do.
Fish Delivery
NIKON D780 Ver.01.01/200-500mm f/5.6E
500 mm, 1/1250 sec, f/5.6, ISO 220 (AUTO)
MANUAL Mode, Size FX
I figured with a growing Eaglet, or two, were still in the nest the food express should be every 90 to 120 minutes. I was at the nest when this delivery was made.
As can be seen, the leaves are really filling in. Could be a sign I've worn out my welcome. Until fall at least.
Great shot! Your eagle nest stalking reminds me of the couple of summers I did the same at the Barothy Lodge. At least the mosquitoes aren't too bad for you yet. Trying to stand perfectly still while getting swarmed is no fun.
ReplyDeleteI prefer to think of it a Eagle Paparazzi. Stalking has such a negative connotation to it.
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