Please click on image for larger view. This magnificent bird has long been a symbol of strength and courage.
Eagles depend on their extraordinary eyesight to hunt for their food.
They will normally be seen near sea coasts, lakes and rivers, where fish are abundant. In this scene, use of a long telephoto lens sharply focuses attention on the bird, and blurs the water in the background. The characteristic white head and yellow bill are contrasted with the soft pastel colors behind. A sunny day brings out detail in the wing tips. Kodachrome Professional, 400mm lens, natural light.