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)

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Richardphotos

7:47PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

and you shot both of these? just kidding. beautiful capture and they are beautiful. I use psp10/psp9/psp8 but none would cut it under the table

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Denger

8:17PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Seems you have found a rarity, all right! Kudos for two great shots of this magnificent bird!

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TomDart

9:30PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Super shots here, kimmie. Keep your feathers preened when attempting such difficult photos.

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SophiaDeer

10:33PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

How beautiful!!! Nature is so amazing!

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Punaguy

10:57PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

Sweet shot of this unusual bird under demanding light conditions...such a pretty little bird! Aloha!

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nongo

11:14PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

I wonder, do these eagles eat hawks??? thus the name??? Just curious... These are very handsome portraits!!!! Excellent work Kimmers!!! thanks for the info too!!!!!

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Snow_Angel

11:23PM | Tue, 28 February 2006

WOW! Spectacular Birds and wonderful job putting this together! Bravo! :)

newleaf

12:37AM | Wed, 01 March 2006

Lovely captures and presentation

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DennisReed

12:53AM | Wed, 01 March 2006

Stunning Night time photos! Exquisite captures! Bravo!

gwfa

1:14AM | Wed, 01 March 2006

well done, indeed...

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Gor111

2:02AM | Wed, 01 March 2006

Fabulous photo series about those two eagles! What I like is the wonderful frame around your two birds! Beautifully done as well are the two integraterd plants beside the two birds! I love this posting! Bravo, Kimarie! V

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