The Japanese mountain Hawk Eagle ! by kimariehere

Photography • Animals • posted on Feb 28, 2006

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Hello all! I shot this beautiful eagal a few days ago. The light was minimal and I had to use a flash and found it challenging to shoot in the conditons with the little equipment I had but I tried to do my best as this paticular hawk eagal is rare and I had never seen it before. I got as close AS I could to it . I was slightly afraid it would peck out my lense . The first shot of it it is relaxed and at ease and the last on the right it is standing at full attention. I couldn't decide which one to post because both shots show differant sidees of it's personality so I put the two together here today. Here is a little info in this rare and beautiful bird : ----------------------------------------------- The Japanese mountain hawk eagle is one of the most voracious raptors in the world. They sit upon a concealed perch high in the forrest to observe the unsuspecting ground quarry, then move down to a lower branch to make a short and fast swoop. Their nests are within the deep confines of forests throughout Asia. Most mountain hawk eagle lay three eggs, and defend the young throughout the development into adults. He has dark brown feathers on the head and body with a light cinnamon feathers on the breast. Beaks are most often black as are their claws. They have yellow eyes. They are usually between 28 to 31 inches tall,yet sometimes larger. On rare occasions the nests can be found in villages, with access to chicken yards close by. In fact, these raptors frequently use two nests--one for traditional puroposes, rearing young, and the other as a roost and feeding post. According to the Red Databook published by Japan's Environmental Agency, the mountain hawk eagle is a species in danger of extinction. According to the Species Protection Act, the greatest effort from government and individual citizens is demanded for the protection of the mountain hawk eagle. The mountain hawk eagle is a species of large raptors which is positioned at the apex of an ecological pyramid. The survival of this bird is a symbol of the abundance of the environment in which it lives. Thus, maintaining an environment in which the mountain hawk eagle can live is a concern for all of us who care about our environment as a whole. ---------------------------------------------- Thanks for all your time and comments! love to you all! ((( Big hugs ))) ♥ Kimmers ! :O)

Comments (56)

AngelicaB

3:15PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

This image is very beautiful.!!!!

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Svarg

3:21PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

What stunning shots of this magnificently regal bird!! Most informative as well. We have bald eagles here but only see them flying, and that only rarely. Oh to see one at this distance! Wonderful pictures, Kim!!

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Cosme..D..Churruca

3:26PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Speechless... what a stunning photography !

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Loloe

3:27PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Great capture of this beautiful bird! Bravo!!!

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lafayette

3:30PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

exactly like a painting! Nice evening Kimmie!

ARTWITHIN

3:31PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Breathtakingly beautiful. Kimarie you just keep surpassing yourself. Fascinating information as well. Excellent photography.

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Zacko

3:34PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

WOW! What a beautiful bird!!! And your photos are perfect Kimmie, you should be really proud of this. I wouldnt mind having either one of them in my own gallery. Im not sure about the presentation though....i wish you would have presented them both in the same way. In other words, use the same presentation as the right one on both of em. But beautiful photos nevertheless. Have a wonderful day! #:O)

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nathalie06

3:41PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

So cute this little eagle, and with a superb presentation as always Kimmers ! Never seen this bird before, he's got delicate colors. Thank you for all this informations too ! Have a nice night. Hugs. V

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kenwas

3:48PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Great shots KM. Excellent work!

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TwoPynts

3:49PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

What a unique looking raptor. I love the dyptich presentation!

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kimariehere

3:51PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Ok MR Andreas -!!i think i fixed it thanks for your help!!.... almost idenenical in the two frames now ...what would i do with out you? hehe

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odie

4:05PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Interesting that the name is both "eagle" and "Hawk"..never heard of both at once. Cool shots. :0)

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2Loose2Trek

4:27PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Very cool pics Kimmers. Excellent!

4Dream

4:35PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

How lovely! What a great shot!! Thanks!!

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Shari123

4:38PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

A beautiful bird Kimarie and you did a wonderful job of capturing it's varied moods. Well done!

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angells

4:45PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Stunning image of such a rare creature. What a wonderful capture, especially showing the two sides. Outstanding!!!!

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BBarbs

5:11PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Very interesting. I have never heard of this bird before. Certainly can see the resemblance to both an Eagle and a Hawk. I can imagine that this was hard to shoot. I dont suppose the bird was all that keen on the flash. lol. Actually, I didnt know that there were any other kinds of eagles besides the golden eagle and the bald eagle. THANKS for the education here. This is marvelous and so very interesting to view. HUGSSSSSSSSSS. V

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sharky_

5:33PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Beautiful Eagle......... Looking back to when I was stationed in Japan, I wished I had paid more attention to wild life instead of other things on the other side of the gate. Excellent shot of the beauty. Aloha

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brycek

5:35PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Fantastic photo's Kim..Wonderful information!! V

adm5050

5:58PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Now that is one beautiful bird!!

ERMITA

6:14PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Excellent shots!! With history! Thanks a lot!!

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nattarious

6:20PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Pro SHots from a pro artist! Thanks for that lovely post again dear

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Bothellite

6:27PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Never seen one before! What an amazing eagle. Thanks for sharing this.

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Blush

6:33PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

What a beautiful eagle sis You luck up on some of the best things to get pics of... This is excellent Vote n hugs Susan~

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tmathise

7:06PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Ooooh! Nice Kimmers, VERY nice! I always love avian captures, as long as they are with a camera (wink)! Splendid presentation Kimarie!

logiloglu

7:07PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

fascinating and impressive images. excellent photography and presentation,Kim. V #:O)

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Digimon

7:17PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Fabulous shot! And wonderful presentation!! Bravo!!

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maggiemai

7:41PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Wow Kim!! This is such a beautiful pair of pictures!! How did you get him to let you get so close? This is fantastic!! What an amazing presentation you have created here too. Beautiful Kimmer!!! V

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