African Fish Eagle by danob
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Description
The African Fish Eagle (Haliaeetus Vocifer) has a very distinctive call, to my delight this one gave several cries after eating, reminding me of the distinctive sounds of Kenya (once heard it is never forgotten). It is particularly common in and around some of the Rift Valley lakes. Which I once had the pleasure of going for 3 months, on an expedition to study the ciclid fish. Acting as the Medic and photographer.
Although, as its name suggests, it feeds extensively on fish, in some areas (eg Lake Bogoria) it preys on flamingos and other water birds. It is also known to eat carrion and is classified as a kleptoparasite ie it steals prey from other birds. Goliath Herons are known to lose a percentage of their catch to Fish Eagles.
They are related to the American Bald Eagle when adult they have an almost pure white head, the totally different looking bird above, is the juvenile Fish Eagle. The appearance changes gradually over three or four years with the dark streaking on the breast being the last part of the juvenile plumage to vanish. I would estimate this bird to be around 3 years old..
Comments (38)
1010
Gasp, he is just awesome, I love your photos. It's like I can reach in there and touch these beautiful animals......
RodolfoCiminelli
Wonderful and very opportune shot.....!!!
Flannelman
Always a pleasure to view your work and the bio's are very helpful. thanx ;-)
Littlejock
What a beautiful details and crisp. Superb pic. and Perfect colours. Hugs
Loloe
Wow!!! he's so beautiful!!! Bravo Danny!!!
mark.spooner
Beautiful shot!
kenwas
Nice catch! A great bird.
monjo71
Superb capture Danny. Wonderful work. John
vlaaitje
Hi Danny, O yes, this is the one I liked the most!! Such a wonderful details, love the eye and the open beak...SUPERB !!
_Guffi_
Great shot of a glorious bird of prey! Love it.
cbender
cool... great shot of a great "bird"... ;)
Ionel
Very nice picture and thank you for information! :)
kjpweb
Wow - what a beauty of a bird. The contrasting colors are stunning. I'm floored.
gs1953
sempre super spettacolare!
Valentin
A breathtaking photographic work, excellent image!!!!
sharky_
A beautiful Eagle portrait..... Excellent. Aloha
TwoPynts
Stunning bird. Looks like he just finished a tasty snack. Your wildlife captures continue to impress Danny.
BorisB
Excellent work and a beautiful animal with an amazing pose!!
romanceworks
You sure get some super shots of fascinating birds. CC
bpclarke
Splendid capture! I love the pose and the detail. Bunny
RedundantlyAbundant
Always a pleasure to see your amazing bird shots....the extra effort to provide information on your subjects is appreciated.
kansas
A wonderful photo of this eagle. Interesting info.
Punaguy
Very clean shot and informative facts as well...wish I could get a few shots of this beauty...Well done! Aloha~
amberlite
fine foto for sure! :]
Zeldie
I agree about the cry of the Fish Eagle. It is a sound that becomes a part of your soul. Have you ever seen them in action? Catching a fish? That is also an image that gets burned into your memory, just because this bird is soooo magnificent! Thanx for the lovey capture!
nongo
Magnificent catch Danny!!!!!!!!!! Such a proud bird!!!!!!
stuart83
Awesome capture Stuart
mermaid
a real pleasure to see your photos and to read about the animal..
tallpindo
Not a mere snapshot but an eclectic tribute to a noble bird. Exactly how the high sun of an equatorial place would light the bird.
creanum
wonderfull attitude, great capture.....