Incoming Threat?!
This past week I saw a large group of assorted birds suddenly burst up out of the water in a panic and fly off in 50 different directions. A quick scan of the overhead sky revealed the reason. A bald eagle had come rapidly swooping in over the marsh and the smaller wading birds were taking no chances. Although it would be rare for an eagle to attempt to take one of these birds, they will still often instinctively flee at the first glimpse of an incoming large raptor.
From the look on it’s face, this bald eagle was clearly on a mission. So if that’s the impression I got, I’m sure the other birds concluded it would be wise to immediately vacate the area, just to be sure.
Phil Lanoue Photography 
Wow!
Thanks much for looking!
Wowwww che scatti fantastici!!
Grazie Pat!
Amazing photos, Phil.
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed them!
Absolutely fabulous images! And get the hell out of that bald eagle’s way, too – his look is menacing!
I know I would get the hell out of his way, I sure wouldn’t want those sky hooks of his to grab on to any portion of me!
Wow – great series
Hey thanks, glad you liked them!
Wonderful shots!
I appreciate you looking Pat!
Spectacular angles!!
Thanks a million for your very kind comments and glad you enjoyed the eagle photos!
I’ll just add another ‘wow’!
Thanks a bunch! 🙂
Evil looking creature. Looks like something out of a horror film. Superb menacing captures Phil.
I wouldn’t want him coming at me with those sky hooks unleashed but I have nothing to worry about, that bird does not know I exist. And that’s how I like it.
Amazing shots, Phil. He does look like he’s on a mission and definitely up to no good. 😯
He likely plotting his next theft of a fish from some other hapless hard working bird.
What an awesome bird! He looks every bit as fierce as he is! SO good to be back Phil! I have missed checking you out every day!
I’m very happy to see you here Maggie and I’m glad you really enjoy seeing the wildlife action form the marsh!
What a great shot!!! and what a bird!!!! hes definately looking for something…to eat or catch probably…..great work Phil.
He is looking for something, and up to something. He just has that ‘look’ about him. 🙂
WOW…these are amazing Phil.
Thanks so much for checking these out and glad you like them!
The super moon always brings out the crazy. Smart birds to hit the dirt. I hope Mr. Eagle spotted his suspect. 🙂 Wonderful crisp images, Phil. 🙂
It sure looked like he spotted something but as fast as they appear, they are gone again. Two-three wings flaps and the eagle is half a mile away already. 🙂
Gotta to love a guy on a mission.
Oh yeah, this boy had his mind made up and was getting there fast. Some poor bird will be losing their fish I’m guessing.
Amazing images Phil!
Thanks a bunch Adrian, so glad you like the eagle shots!
Absolutely gorgeous. You can tell he had his prey lined up.
Yeah this guy was not fooling around. Thanks very much for looking and commenting!
Your work is always amazing… you capture so well all of the nuances. The eagle is my favorite and these shots are spectacular! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks a million for checking out these eagle photos and I’m thrilled you enjoyed seeing this magnificent bird in flight!
Absolutely fabulous, breathtaking photo series, Phil. Applause!
Well I truly appreciate the very kind comments, thanks!
You’re welcome. Photos like that don’t happen every day. It must have been thrilling to see how they turned out as you were downloading for the day.