A Proud Mother

David Friederich

A Proud Mother

Featured in Dimensions, Nirvana, Canadiana, Eagles Only, and 300+ Go Long.

In this fourth shot of my bald eagles’ nest series, the mother bald eagle has just joined her two young at the end of the day. The whole family sleeps together in two large coniferous trees. In the two weeks I have been shooting and observing at the nest, “dad” always arrives last at the end of the day. Soon the young fledged eagles will be on their own, completely abandoned by their parents. In this shot, she is certainly giving me the eye, as she hides herself within the protective bows of fir tree next to the nesting tree.

Captured on the Fraser River in Delta, British Columbia, using a Nikon D300 and Nikkor f4 600 mm lens, on a Gitzo tripod, ISO 640, -0.33 EV, f4, 1/100s.

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A Proud Mother by David Friederich
A Proud Mother by David Friederich
  • Marvin Collins

    Marvin Collins

    All I can say is AWESOME!!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Marvin.

  • Brandie1

    Brandie1

    Fantastic capture,
    Gorgeous looking bird.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Brandie.

  • Christophe Mespoulede

    Christophe Mes...

    really great!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Christophe.

  • Janet Fikar

    Janet Fikar

    He’s keeping an eye on you! Very nice capture!

  • David Friederich replied

    She is definitely giving me the look, Janet. Thank you.

  • tuffcookie

    tuffcookie

    OH MY! I think i’m speechless David! THis is amazing! She’s definitely watching you! :)

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Kelly. For 10 days or so, I have watched her join her babes at the end of a day. There was just enough light, and she was close enough, that I could make this shot.

  • RRoca

    RRoca

    Awesome capture!!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, RRoca.

  • Donna Adamski

    Donna Adamski

    AWESOME capture David. I love her behind the pine. Fabulous comp and clarity. :)

  • David Friederich replied

    It was amazing, Donna, to see how this huge bird would disappear into the bows of this large fir tree where she would spend the night. Someone walking past would not notice her, in spite of her size. Thank you, Donna.

  • Carol Barona

    Carol Barona

    omg this is absolutely fantastic! instant fav! wow, wow, wow, such eye contact – you should put it in that group!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you for the great compliment, Carol, and the fave. I added this to The Eyes Have It group, and am awaiting approval.

  • Cheryl  Lunde

    Cheryl Lunde

    Magnificent!!!!! Instant fave David. That is some eye contact!

  • David Friederich replied

    Yes, I love the eye contact too, Cheryl. Thank you for the comment and fave.

  • Tim Sanders

    Tim Sanders

    One of the best Eagle shots I have seen…...

  • David Friederich replied

    Wow, that is quite a compliment, Tim. Thank you.

  • Ashley  Collier

    Ashley Collier

    What a great capture.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Ashley.

  • Appel

    Appel

    I love eagles!!! This is a beautiful capture!!!

  • David Friederich replied

    I love eagles to Appel. Thank you for the comment.

  • PixelLab

    PixelLab

    Majestic:)

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, PixelLab.

  • Dave & Trena Puckett

    Dave & Trena P...

    oh my….. what an amazing capture!!! how beautiful and lucky capture this is!!! simply stunning shot!

  • David Friederich replied

    I felt so very blessed to be so close and to get an image like this one, Dave & Trena. Thank you.

  • jesika

    jesika

    Superb, David, a wonderful image.
    j

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much, Jesika.

  • Anthea  Slade

    Anthea Slade

    Oh David this is just stunning portrait of the majestic bald eagle. If I could favourite it more then once I would. Anthea

  • David Friederich replied

    She is a beautiful bird, Anthea. I was very fortunate to be able to get this shot, and share it with so many. Thank you Anthea for the wonderful comment.

  • jacqi

    jacqi

    Excellent shot. What a superbly clear image of the stern expression on that eagle’s face as she seems to be looking straight at you.

  • David Friederich replied

    I love that look, Jacqi, which is so common in bald eagles. I am sure she is wondering what the heck I am doing there. Thank you.

  • David George

    David George

    Loved this shot David, I like the shots of the raptors looking directly at the person shooting the pictures. It shows the intensity of their lives and the understanding of the photographer of what makes a great portrait of an animal.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you so much, David. I always love how your comments make me feel good.

  • LYN EVANS

    LYN EVANS

    Oh my goodness, what an absolute stunner.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you for such a great compliment, Lyn.

  • tuffcookie

    tuffcookie

    Its a beautiful shot David!The lighting seems as perfect as you could ask for at the end of the day! We have had one nasty storm after another! Things are more than a little soggy here :(

  • Richard  George

    Richard George

    Excellent capture…great pov. I am sure the group Eye contact would love this.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thanks for the comment and the tip. I just joined the Eye Contact group and uploaded this one to them.

  • Michael Rucci

    Michael Rucci

    Outstanding look a stare to be respected i have some in my area south eastren Pa. but no shot as clear as this you set the bar on this one

    mike

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Mike. I have been shooting this female and her family for two weeks. When I shoot like this, I inevitably get a few good ones like this.

  • Melanie Dogan

    Melanie Dogan

    Spectacular! :)

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Melanie.

  • Bonnie T.  Barry

    Bonnie T. Barry

    A portrait to be proud of! Love the intensity of the stare, the rich colors, the amazing clarity and detail. Your work is spectacular.

  • David Friederich replied

    I am very proud of this one, Bonnie. I just love the stare, too, and the colors created by the day’s last light really add to this image. I am very happy you like my work. Thank you so much.

  • Beve Brown-Clark

    Beve Brown-Clark

    O David, so glad you posted this one…fabulous stare, you have captured her essence beautifully!!

  • David Friederich replied

    I am very happy, Beve, that you think I have captured her essence. That is what I was trying to do. Thank you for such a wonderful compliment, Beve.

  • Marcia Luly

    Marcia Luly

    Stunning capture…great eye contact!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Marcia. I appreciate your comment.

  • Glenda  Remaklus

    Glenda Remaklus

    How beautiful David. I love your eagle’s!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Glenda. Eagle photography has been very rich for me as I photograph a family of bald eagles at their nest. I now have four in a much larger series from this nest on RB. Thank you for commenting, Glenda. I am glad you like my eagle shots.

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    wow gorgeous capture David !

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much, Elaine.

  • Carol Barona

    Carol Barona

    they also have a group “Eye Contact” which I think this would be great in! just a thought…have a great day!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Carol. I just joined this group, and uploaded to them. I see they accepted the image.

  • Victoria Jostes

    Victoria Jostes

    your work is terrific, d. skill & patience – a winning combination!!

  • David Friederich replied

    I really appreciate this very kind compliment, Victoria.

  • Trudi's Images

    Trudi's Images

    Woweee ! looks straight from the pages of National Geographic ! awesome capture David ,l bow to your photographic ability my frend !

  • David Friederich replied

    Trudi, I am very humbled by such a wonderful compliment. Thank you so very much.

  • LeilaniMelayna

    LeilaniMelayna

    Remarkable & gorgeous beauty & spirit!

    Smiles Leilani

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much for a such wonderful comment, LeilaniMelayna.

  • Margaret  Shark

    Margaret Shark

    How awesome. I love that this is so in nature, unposed, so real.What a fantastic capture. Congrats.

  • David Friederich replied

    Very nice comment, Margaret. Thank you.

  • Rosemaree

    Rosemaree

    A wnderful image David.. it is so sharp and offers a beautiful glance at this magestic bird.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Rosemaree, for a great compliment.

  • LeilaniMelayna

    LeilaniMelayna

    You are very welcome, David!

    Smiles Leilani

  • Steve  Buffington

    Steve Buffington

    Outrageous!—Steve

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Steve.

  • Charlene Aycock IPA

    Charlene Aycoc...

    Wonderful capture.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thanks Charlene.

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    lovely photo

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Antanas.

  • hsien-ku

    hsien-ku

    perfect shot!
    what a penetrating gaze.
    best to keep on her good side!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you for commenting, hsien-ku. That was very nice of you. Yes, it looks like I’d better be on her good side :))).

  • Nira Dabush

    Nira Dabush

    Wonderful title to fit this marvelous photo, David.
    Fantastic colour use.
    Enjoy the weekend!
    xxx
    NIRA.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Nira. I am glad you like the title. The colour is as it was on the evening I shot this one. It is one of many shots I took at the eagles’ nest. I hope you enjoy your weekend, too.

  • Renee Dawson

    Renee Dawson

    Oh my goodness she certainly IS giving you the eye now isn’t she. Fabulous eye contact. What a joy it must have been to watch this family of eagles!

  • David Friederich replied

    It has been a tremendous joy to watch and photograph this eagle family, Renee. They have many human visitors, from avid birders, the curious, and serious nature photographers. She is used to being watched, but I think in this image, she has had enough. Thank you, Renee.

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    Aloha David, this is a sensational photograph. The depth is amazing. I love the intent expression as she gazes directly into your lens. Beautiful work!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Sharon, for an awesome comment. This image of the mother eagle is proving to be very popular on RB.

  • Sharon Mau
  • David Friederich replied

    Good news, Sharon. Thank you.

  • linaji

    linaji

    Just like you are right there in front of him.. I don’t know how you got that angle but it is stunning David.

  • David Friederich replied

    I was really lucky with this shot, Lina. This mother eagle alighted in a tree opposite where I was standing to shoot her babes in the high nest. It was the end of the day, and it was her habit, I discovered to hide herself within the bows of this thick fir tree each night. Thank you for your comment, Lina.

  • linaji
  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you so much, Lina. I am glad Nirvana thinks this image worthy of a feature.

  • Barbara  Brown

    Barbara Brown

    Fantastic capture!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much, Barbara.

  • AnaCBStudio

    AnaCBStudio

    Awesome David!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much, Ana!

  • Vickie Emms

    Vickie Emms


    Banner posted on behalf of Al Lucas

  • David Friederich replied

    I have always loved this shot, Vickie, so I am thrilled. Thank you.

  • NancyR

    NancyR

    Marvelous shot! She sure isn’t giving you one inch, is she? The joys of a powerful lens!

  • David Friederich replied

    This shot is special to me, and you are right, without a large lens I would not have it. Thank you so much for commenting.

  • Martin Smart
  • David Friederich replied

    Very cool. Thank you.

  • KathleenRinker

    KathleenRinker

    Great image, congratulations on your feature!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you so very much, Kathleen.

  • Anthony Comella

    Anthony Comella

    Wonderful viewing – you certainly captured the moment perfectly!!

  • David Friederich replied

    What a special moment this was, Anthony, one I was proud to capture with my camera. Thank you for commenting.

  • Ken McElroy

    Ken McElroy 24 days ago

  • David Friederich replied 24 days ago

    That’s great, Ken. Thank you.

  • Gary Lengyel

    Gary Lengyel 24 days ago

    Wow, what a job capturing the eyes. Fantastic image!

  • David Friederich replied 23 days ago

    So glad you like it, Gary, thank you.

  • batch

    batch 17 days ago

    Stunning photo David

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