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Another one of my favorite birds. Much more impressive than the bald

eagle. This apex predator does vertical stoops from 500 ft much like

a peregrine falcon and pulls up about 20 feet from the ground and does

one hand grabs of rabbit or squirrels. Talons are about the size of

an average mans hands and has legs like tree trunks.

Vevery nice, my friend! Good light and head angle. I like the oof bush in the background, it really enhances the image

Hi Master,

Good job !!!!!!

Good detail and exposure. Best regards, Linh Dinh

Monte: Another great photo.  You never seem to have a bad shot.  Tom

Excelente captura. Preciosa composicion, con un magnifico enfoque asi como unasensacional luz, tonos y detalle. ++

Un cordial saludo -Tolo.

Outstanding capture, all of the best.

Beautiful, this guy has a great appearance.

Best regards.

Alberto

Impressive bird!

Beautiful shot.

Great shot!

Great capture ... very good details. Regards.

Monte...  A magnificent and noble bird, as well as your typical superb presentation...

A little trivia -- The Golden Eagle has a special place in the hearts of all of us Auburn Football fans.  We have a beloved Golden that participates in a variety of campus events and is even set loose to circle the football field before each home game.  It's always a thrill to see it circle and then take her final plunging dive to get the treat.  Born in captivity she can't be set free, but lives a life of supreme care and comfort.

A link to the mascot story:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_Eagle 

Thanks for sharing this photo... Mike

Beautiful bird, really nice. Regards, Jean-Marc

Buen momento, buen trabajo.

Excellent shot of this magnificent bird. Love the way the back grasses ape the birds outline......Regards

Very good shot ,well done .

Regards .

Very nice, sharpness on the bird and the blur on the bg.

Take care, Pamela

I don't  know a lot about Eagles, but this is a truly magnificent and noble looking bird. Lovely shot and well presented. Sincerely, Gail