Juvenile Bald Eagle

[Dean_Gretsch]

We went kayaking for the first time in a couple years today on the river. We saw 2 adult eagles, 2 juveniles, 4 or 5 GBH's, several ducks and a couple Belted Kingfishers. I have not seen any Cormorants since early spring here. Usually we have some that stay along the river until fall, but I think maybe the high river levels during the spring probably drove them elsewhere to reproduce. Hopefully next year will be better.

 

[danbob6151 176]

Juvenile or not, he still looks pretty regal.

 

[Jeff1582 82]

Very good shot..................

 

[Dean_Gretsch]

Juvenile or not, he still looks pretty regal.

I agree wholeheartedly about it's looks. We love the quiet and peacefulness of kayak trips, but our highlight is always seeing these birds. They have made quite a recovery here.

Very good shot..................

Thanks Jeff. I wish he had picked a perch in the sunlight, but they seem to prefer as much cover as possible while still being able to see their surroundings and the water.

 

[K9Kirk]

Nice capture. Kayaking is fun! Kayaking and photography is double the fun!

 

[MSnowy]

Very nice!

 

[Dean_Gretsch]

Nice capture. Kayaking is fun! Kayaking and photography is double the fun!

Thank you. Eagles will allow you much closer when you are on the water.

Very nice!

Thanks much!

 

[Jeff G]

Nice shot Dean, sounds like a relaxing little getaway.

 

[Dean_Gretsch]

Thank you, and absolutely!