Loop the Loop by byronbackyard
I had thought these birds were Wedge-tailed Eagles but they are actually juvenile Sea Eagles.
Young White-bellied Sea-Eagles are brown as juveniles than slowly become to resemble adults in a patchwork manner, acquiring the complete adult plumage by their fourth year.
The White-bellied Sea-Eagle is the second largest raptor (bird of prey) found in Australia.
The White-bellied Sea-Eagle feeds mainly off aquatic animals, such as fish, turtles and sea snakes, but it takes birds and mammals as well. It is a skilled hunter, and will attack prey up to the size of a swan. Sea-Eagles also feed on carrion (dead prey) such as sheep and fish along the waterline.
Canon 50D, EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
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Cool shot of the beautiful birds. The golden sky sure looks good.
Many thanks, just before a big storm!
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A gorgeous shot and a fav Deb.
Thanks so much Al!
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Superb viewing well done young lady!!!………..Tony
Many thanks for your kind and charming comment Tony!
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Stunning action shot! Beautifully composed and wonderful soft light and color!
Many thanks for your kind comment!
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Great shot and informative description. To attack a swan, sea eagles must be as large as North American golden eagles, which are known to prey on smaller deer and antelope.
Many thanks David, yes they’re massive (second only to Wedge-tailed Eagles). They’re probably after the cygnets but so far all five are still alive!
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Dont you wish just for one day you could be a bird like these and just soar above the earth, I do many times! This is a very beautiful capture Deb! Awesome colors!
Many thanks Tina, I certainly do Tina and some days I can almost feel it!
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Many thanks for your kind comment Ducilla, there was a huge storm only 20 mins after this!
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Many thanks, very happy making!
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Fantastic Work
Many thanks Kathy!
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stunning
Many thanks Mustafa!
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