Out of the Blue by danob
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Description
This is a young Bateleur Eagle who spend most of their day Gliding in the thermals from early morning until they come into roost..
Bateleur is a French word - meaning tumbler or acrobat.Some of my French friends however did say previously, that tightrope walker may be more accurate. This is probably derived from the bird's ability to execute 360 degree rolls during its nuptial display. Its scientific name Terathopius Ecaudatus comes from the Greek and means (roughly) 'marvellous face without a tail'.
In flight, the Bateleur manoeuvres itself with a notable canting movement, banking from side to side like an aircraft, and perhaps reminiscent of a tightrope walker using his pole for balance. This leads to the commonly held belief that this is necessitated by its lack of a tail to assist steering, and linking the name Bateleur with tightrope walker, rather than tumbler.
Thanks for taking time to look and for all your comments and on this, and the series so far.. More to follow..
Comments (67)
MagikUnicorn
B E A U T Y
rainbows
Raw power, dear Danny, It is a magnificent capture of this noble creature. Hugs. DiDi. xx
Mondwin
Absolutely amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!bravissimo!V:DDD-.Hugsxx whylma
mizoli
Superb photograph!
kenwas
Wonderful shot!
PR0XIM0
Superb capture!
BorisB
Another gorgeous shot, bravo!!Those birds are a wonderful theme.
Sylvia
OUTSTANDING Art with Heart!! ^5^
Cosine
Perfect shot of this magnificent bird, Danny. It looks like he's hanging there, posing just for you :-)
spm91g
Gorgeous shot my friend!!
Hendesse
Stunning shot, looks absolutely fantastic. Excellent presentation too. Bravo!!
romanceworks
Awesome shot!
magnus073
Simply breathtaking Dan, and your narrative really brings it on to life.
inshaala
Crisp shot Danny and nice composition to boot :) Look like it was a good day for shooting birds (with a cam of course!)
West_coaster07
Really a great shot...well captured!!
RobyHermida
Poderosa!!!!!! Un tiro brillante!!!!! Roby
JeffG7BRJ
Very interesting narrative Danny, very informative, I like it when homework is done. No I have never been a teacher lol. Excellent capture and presentation. Bravo!!!!!
rockstrider
Another excellent inflight capture Danny and great info mate!!
sintoock
Another...magnifique.
Romia
As always : excellent photograph and presentation! Great to get some info about birds.
jeroni
a fantastic image
3DGuy
Beautiful!
deweygg
Amazing! Thanks for sharing!
fredster66
Excellent... as always!
rawdodb
Gorgeous SHot!!! Really like the history/Bio that you include with your photos! I'm learning a lot about the birds your'e introducing us to! Thanks
iaacf
Fantastic image, once again.
MrsLubner
I always like to see the wing fingers extended and curved for lift or descent. It does seem to lack a wide enough rudder to steer by. A wonderful fixed eye shown as well. I don't see a strap on this one's leg so I am guessing this is wild. Stellar capture for sure.
aquablue
This bird is majestic !!! learning a lot with your text !!!
SapUS59
beautiful capture !!
durleybeachbum
Terrific!