Most people know that eagles need open water for fishing…which is why we see some large congregations around here in the winter months. But almost as much as open water, eagles love the ice. They have no problem sitting on it for hours…and in truth, their main interest isn’t the ice itself, but what it … Read more
Old Abe was the Civil War mascot of the 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He came to them after being taken from a nest by a Native American, then traded to a fellow for a bushel of corn. Soon realizing the Bald Eagle made a terrible pet, he eventually sold the bird for $2.50 to … Read more
“Turbulence may break a tree’s branches, but it only tickles an eagle’s wings.” Matshona Dhliwayo
The arrival of the winter eagle season around here always stirs up great enthusiasm for those of us with an interest in such things. Bird watchers and photographers can enjoy the viewing as the birds congregate around open waters with fish to feed on. Each year is different and unique…always affected by the conditions that … Read more
[wds id=”6″] A collection of wintering eagle photographs from around the Mississippi River Valley. My last published eagle project was a few years ago and a lot has happened since then. Here’s some of my favorites from the last season or two with the wintering Bald Eagles in my area. All of these images were … Read more
Most everyone knows I’m a fan of having eagles around here in the winter months. They are one of the most enjoyable birds to photograph. It’s always good to see them…unless you’re trying to photograph Cranes that is. Having an eagle fly over the Platte, loaded with roosting cranes, is just not what you want … Read more