Duck for Breakfast

[Kyle Jones]

While exploring the Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday morning, we saw a bald eagle that seemed to be carrying something. I quickly pointed my camera in its direction and fired off some shots hoping to get something. Fortunately the one sharp frame I got included the wings in a decent position and I could see it had caught a duck.

It landed nearby to eat and was soon joined by another eagle (I assume its mate). I didn't have a clear view through the bushes on the ground but I thought the sequence was interesting. Any thoughts are welcome.

1) Eagle carrying a duck for breakfast

2) Starting to eat with partner keeping watch

3) Keeping an eye on nearby birds

4) Mouth full of food

5) Entrails

 

[AlanLichty]

Good that you were ready for the shot when this sequence started out. Looks like your excursion to the Klamath Refuge was a worthwhile trip.

 

[Roger Bailey]

Nice series of Photographs. Love the Klamath area it is a great birding Destination!

 

[JimFox]

Quick reflexes Kyle! You got a sharp shot, that's awesome. I know how hard that can be to spot a bird, swing the camera, and get it to focus while you are panning and hoping it's all still sharp. And a very nice sequence on the ground.

 

[BlackRockArt]

While exploring the Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday morning, we saw a bald eagle that seemed to be carrying something. I quickly pointed my camera in its direction and fired off some shots hoping to get something. Fortunately the one sharp frame I got included the wings in a decent position and I could see it had caught a duck.

It landed nearby to eat and was soon joined by another eagle (I assume its mate). I didn't have a clear view through the bushes on the ground but I thought the sequence was interesting. Any thoughts are welcome.

1) Eagle carrying a duck for breakfast
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2) Starting to eat with partner keeping watch
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3) Keeping an eye on nearby birds
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4) Mouth full of food
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5) Entrails
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wow, Kyle, great reaction & nice shots !

Oliver