We Went for the Eagles | Northern California Nature Photographer
Bald eagles were not the only wildlife we saw. Yes, we went for the eagles, but we saw so much more.
I was inspired to seek out and photograph bald eagles during the winter months when they were known to be seen in Northern California. Given that their numbers were in jeopardy a few years ago, it is so rewarding to know that efforts to assist improving their numbers has been successful. A bit of research and phone calls to the area indicated that we would not be disappointed; that, indeed, the eagles now regularly migrated to the area during the coldest of months.
I was hopeful to observe them catching fish over the lake, or seeing them spar with one another. But, I did not witness either of those behaviors. Instead, I saw them perched and scouting the area for potential prey. It was cold and had snowed in the area, so it seemed they were conserving energy for an actual hunt/kill.
I’m always amazed at how large they are. How majestic they appear in flight. And, how they seem to command their territory. They are definitely worthy subjects and I will continue to pursue photographing them.
ruffled baldy
Bald eagles were not the only wildlife we saw. Yes, we went for the eagles, but we saw so much more.
common golden eye
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As my interests evolved in photography subjects, I became interested in wildlife and, ultimately, birds. Because birds are everywhere, they are just such a great subject. Each year during the winter there are thousands of sandhill cranes in the valley who over-winter here.