Twofer Tuesday: Bald Eagles edition

/ Tracy Abell

Today I received the gift of two Bald Eagles sitting on a moored timber off Ediz Hook. Upon sighting them, I hurried to the car for my camera and started taking photos from there, propping the lens on the roof. When I realized they were maybe going to stick around a bit longer, I moved closer and took more photos. And when it became clear they were just hanging out, I got closer yet and propped my big boom-a-roo lens on a log and sat as I snapped pic after pic. That’s where I was for this shot (click on images to enlarge). You can see their yellow eyes and the hooked tips of their impressive beaks.

I wanted to be ready to capture them in flight so switched the camera settings for action shots. Of course, they remained in place although the one eagle teased me by spreading their wings.

The eagle on the left did eventually fly off. Alas, those flight photos don’t do that glorious bird justice so I won’t sully this post with those.

Here’s the final eagle photo of the day, a majestic pose by the bird that stayed behind.

I’m so grateful not only for the gift of the eagles’ presence but also the last-second decision to grab my big lens before heading out. Oh, happy day!

12 thoughts on “Twofer Tuesday: Bald Eagles edition”

  3. Thanks for sharing your beautiful world, Tracy! That is a majestic bird! I also like the modern art poop pattern on the rock. Good job taking your lens. You are a true photographer!

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    • Thank you, Amy! Yes, they are naturally photogenic and dramatic but it’s not usually so easy for me to get good shots as the lens starts bobbing and the images blur when I’m aiming up in a tree. 🙂

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