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Growing up fast

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There were 2 baby eagles on the nest. One was much older and was flapping pretty good. He didn’t appear ready to take off just yet.

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One of the parents brought a half eaten fish.

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Family portrait

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The other eagle watching over the family.

It’s that time of the year. Baby eagles being born all over the Tampa Bay area. The nest closest to my house has produced twins again. The babies are big enough to see from the street so I stopped by on a late Saturday afternoon in mid-February. They seem to be doing well. I’m hoping I can get back over there before they fly away.

Skywatch Friday

Parent eagle coming in for a landing – Skywatch Friday

On By dinajohnstonIn bird photography13 Comments

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I was standing there waiting for something to happen at the eagle’s nest when I saw one of the parents flying up. For once, I was paying attention and was able to get the above and below shots.

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He looks so majestic with his wings spread out.

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I give this landing a “10”.

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And then he just sat there.

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The baby was yelling for his food.

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“Maybe I’ll try to go get my own food.”

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“Or maybe not just yet.”

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Baby has a little fish tail hanging out of his beak.

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Is he using that hay straw on his beak as dental floss?

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The younger one was sitting patiently while the older one ate first.

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Mom started feeding one of them.

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Baby has a beak full of something.

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One of the parents keeping watch.

Another Sunday afternoon at the horse farm. They were pretty active this afternoon. It was nice and cool and the parents had brought in food early.

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Baby eagles all grown up

On By dinajohnstonIn bird photography13 Comments

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A normal sight, the parent watching over the kids.

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A view of both baby eagles on the nest.

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The oldest perched on a big branch. Already looking regal.

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Practicing his takeoff.

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We have lift off!

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He didn’t fly around the afternoon I stopped by in mid-march. He was flapping pretty hard but never officially took off while I was there. By now he’s probably flying pretty high. This was my last stop of the year. I’ll leave them to their soaring and check back next year. It’s great to see both are doing well. Maybe I’ll see them flying over a busy road soon.