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.

39 thoughts on “Incoming Threat?!”

Alex Walsh on September 15, 2014 at 3:51 pm said:

Wow!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 15, 2014 at 4:36 pm said:
  
  Thanks much for looking!
  
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Patrizia M. on September 15, 2014 at 4:02 pm said:

Wowwww che scatti fantastici!!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 15, 2014 at 4:36 pm said:
  
  Grazie Pat!
  
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Isabella Rose Photography on September 15, 2014 at 4:19 pm said:

Amazing photos, Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 15, 2014 at 4:37 pm said:
  
  Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed them!
  
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Cowboys and Crossbones on September 15, 2014 at 4:49 pm said:

Absolutely fabulous images! And get the hell out of that bald eagle’s way, too – his look is menacing!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 15, 2014 at 5:02 pm said:
  
  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!
  
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norasphotos4u on September 15, 2014 at 6:02 pm said:

Wow – great series

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:36 pm said:
  
  Hey thanks, glad you liked them!
  
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Pat on September 15, 2014 at 6:52 pm said:

Wonderful shots!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:36 pm said:
  
  I appreciate you looking Pat!
  
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Birder's Journey on September 15, 2014 at 10:24 pm said:

Spectacular angles!!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:37 pm said:
  
  Thanks a million for your very kind comments and glad you enjoyed the eagle photos!
  
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Gunta on September 16, 2014 at 1:46 am said:

I’ll just add another ‘wow’!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:37 pm said:
  
  Thanks a bunch! 🙂
  
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roughseasinthemed on September 16, 2014 at 2:49 am said:

Evil looking creature. Looks like something out of a horror film. Superb menacing captures Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:38 pm said:
  
  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.
  
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anotherday2paradise on September 16, 2014 at 5:49 am said:

Amazing shots, Phil. He does look like he’s on a mission and definitely up to no good. 😯

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:39 pm said:
  
  He likely plotting his next theft of a fish from some other hapless hard working bird.
  
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foxleylady on September 16, 2014 at 8:02 am said:

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!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:40 pm said:
  
  I’m very happy to see you here Maggie and I’m glad you really enjoy seeing the wildlife action form the marsh!
  
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Linda on September 16, 2014 at 10:16 am said:

What a great shot!!! and what a bird!!!! hes definately looking for something…to eat or catch probably…..great work Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:40 pm said:
  
  He is looking for something, and up to something. He just has that ‘look’ about him. 🙂
  
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edithlevyphotography on September 16, 2014 at 11:47 am said:

WOW…these are amazing Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:40 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much for checking these out and glad you like them!
  
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Angelia Sims on September 16, 2014 at 12:12 pm said:

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. 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:42 pm said:
  
  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. 🙂
  
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Bella Remy Photography on September 16, 2014 at 9:37 pm said:

Gotta to love a guy on a mission.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 17, 2014 at 5:42 pm said:
  
  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.
  
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Chillbrook on September 18, 2014 at 6:25 am said:

Amazing images Phil!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 20, 2014 at 5:28 pm said:
  
  Thanks a bunch Adrian, so glad you like the eagle shots!
  
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David on September 20, 2014 at 3:05 pm said:

Absolutely gorgeous. You can tell he had his prey lined up.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 20, 2014 at 5:28 pm said:
  
  Yeah this guy was not fooling around. Thanks very much for looking and commenting!
  
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Dawn Watson Weaver on September 20, 2014 at 3:25 pm said:

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.

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- Phil Lanoue on September 20, 2014 at 5:29 pm said:
  
  Thanks a million for checking out these eagle photos and I’m thrilled you enjoyed seeing this magnificent bird in flight!
  
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babsje on September 22, 2014 at 9:03 pm said:

Absolutely fabulous, breathtaking photo series, Phil. Applause!

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- Phil Lanoue on September 23, 2014 at 4:38 pm said:
  
  Well I truly appreciate the very kind comments, thanks!
  
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  - babsje on September 23, 2014 at 9:05 pm said:
    
    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.
    
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