Chinook the Bald Eagle by Cosine

Photography • Animals • posted on Jul 26, 2008

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This is Chinook, who we met last Sunday at the Oregon Zoo. This is what the zoo has to say about her here. "Little is known about Chinook's early history because she was hatched in the wild in Alaska. The Bird Treatment and Learning Center in Anchorage took her in and transferred her to the World Bird Sanctuary in St. Louis to treat an infection and soft tissue injury to her left shoulder. Her shoulder was virtually destroyed by the infection. During the summer of 1996, Chinook was on display at an open exhibit at Sea World of Ohio. At the time, her handlers did not think that she was able fly. She proved them wrong by occasionally escaping from the exhibit and returning with a duck from a nearby pond! She was sent back to the St. Louis before being transferred to the Oregon Zoo. Although she is able to fly, she cannot fly well enough to be released in the wild." As part of the Wild Life Live show she flies over the crowd and of course swoops very low. I got several good shots of her on stage, especially after the show when I could get closer. Thanks for stopping by and any comments.

Comments (32)

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StandsInAwe

1:46PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

A very nice shot. Excellent detail, thanks for sharing.

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ascript

1:47PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Fabulous shot and love the story ;)

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bkhook

1:49PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

I have not seen your work in sometime.. beautiful shot neighbor!

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Flannelman

1:55PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

A very dynamic and detailed photo. I like the story to. ;-)

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tizjezzme

1:57PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

oh what a story. I'm so glad its at least able to fly -- but too bad it cannot be set free. I'd love to see some of your shots of it in flight! :) Maybe tomorrow? :) :) Beautiful bird ... xx

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felinx

2:03PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Superbe photo :)

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barbdennist

2:07PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

What a beautiful shot this is, and what a history she has. I am thrilled to see you posting again.

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Hendesse

2:27PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Excellent shot, fantastic details and clarity.

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MrsRatbag

3:02PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

She's a gorgeous bird, and you got an excellent portrait!

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Cytisus

3:34PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Stupendous capture, way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Andromeda31

3:42PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Marvelous capture!! :D

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auntietk

3:45PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Full view is a WOW! Amazing shot.

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durleybeachbum

3:49PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Excellent!

MrsLubner

4:20PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

This is a well defined portrait. The feathers and eye are sharp and exciting.

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lululee

4:29PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Gorgeous shot of a splendid creature. Thanks for the story.

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emmecielle

5:33PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

I love eagles... wonderful shot!!! :)

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tresamie

5:49PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

An incredible portrait! What an amazing beauty and dignity she has :)

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Aioros

6:33PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Super beautiful image my friend.

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GBCalls

6:37PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

Very nice indeed. Well done

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weezy136

7:31PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

She's beautiful. Never seen one up this close before. Great shot.

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sharky_

7:33PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

A most beautiful capture of this Eagle.... Excellent. Aloha

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timtripp

8:17PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

superb!

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Meowgli

11:59PM | Sat, 26 July 2008

great closeup, excellent details

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Ceyzpurplestang

12:10AM | Sun, 27 July 2008

Amazing closeup/detail of a beautiful bird ... Thanks for sharing her with us :)

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anitalee

2:10AM | Sun, 27 July 2008

I have many shots of this bird, but none so close up! Great shot

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kansas

2:33AM | Sun, 27 July 2008

Great story about her. Great shot too.

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taurus

4:59AM | Sun, 27 July 2008

A stunning capture, great close up.

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CavalierLady

7:14AM | Sun, 27 July 2008

Wonderful shot of Chinook, Dennis, and a fascinating history!! I'm so glad she got to taste freedom for a brief few moments, wonderful story about the flight to the pond. Thanks for sharing this!

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