Snow Fog & A Pair of Eagles
The mid-Atlantic region received 2-8 inches of snow a couple of days ago (we got 4-5 inches), which was followed by an artic blast, dropping our temperatures well below average the last two days.
However, the quick rise in today’s temperatures to over 40°F created area patches of snow fog throughout the region. A perfect day to be out for photo opportunities, but we had errands.
Yes, I still went prepared, “just in case”.
Driving a back-road, we sighted a pair of Bald Eagles ahead of us, eating on a carcass; we pulled over quickly. This annoyed the Eagles, and they took flight before my lens was out the passenger window.
I got a nice focus on my second shot as the pair flew past an old farm building and towards a bit of fog.
Bald Eagles
Bald Eagles
They quickly landed in a patch of fog behind us, looking at each other and us. There was a meal ‘back there’ they really didn’t want to leave.
Bald Eagles
Can you see the difference between the two Eagles? In all the photos, the Eagle on the right is about four years old. In another year, its head and tail will be pure white, having finally reached full adult plumage.
Having interrupted the Eagles’ meal wasn’t kind, so we quickly moved on with our travels. You can bet the Eagles didn’t take too long to get back to their meal.
Your pictures came out well despite the weather conditions! Good work Donna. 🙂
Thank you, HJ! 🙂
Great captures!
Thank you, Jane!
A beautiful set! You were well rewarded for your trip. 😎
Thank you, John, yes I was! 🙂
Great flight shots of the pair Donna, it is difficult to get close to eagles as their eyesight is 10x ours, but you did well my friend 🙂
Thank you, Ashley! I was especially delighted to have snow included. And that old farm building in the background, something about old buildings intrigue me! 🙂
Very nice in-flight shots!
Thank you Terry!
Another series of fantastic shots!
Thank you, Gunta!
Fantastic set of images!
Thank you, Brian, it was more of the moment than what I could really capture, but it is always a thrill to be up close and personal with an Eagle! 🙂
Glad you went out prepared! Very nice series, Donna!
Thank you, Ellen! 😊
Wonderful shots, Donna!! I’m sure that reinforced your determination to always have a camera with you, no matter what the day brings. You are right, while all the pictures are great, the second one is especially sharp! Thanks for sharing.
It always does, Susan! 😉 Thank you, and you’re welcome!
Great shots, Donna. Yes, I’m sure those guys were straight back to their meal. 😅
Thank you, Sylvia! I don’t know what the meal was, but I’m sure it was pretty tasty to the Eagles! 😅
Be prepared is a very good motto.
It sure can be!
Very nice Donna!
Thanks so much, Belinda!
I hope you are ready for your next arctic blast, Donna. Stay warm!
Never ready, lol, another one is coming Monday after we go through temps in the 50’s from now until then. Crazy weather. 😉
Be safe!
Simply beautiful ❤
Thank you, Takami!
Very Nice images Donna! Reminds me of the Eagles in the fields before you get to Blackwater NWR!
Thank you, Reed! Sure looks like it could be. 🙂 Actually far north at the Maryland/Delaware state line, on our way to our daughter’s house.
Your photos are amazing. I love the shots of the eagles. Just beautiful!!!
Thank you, Diane! I love old farm buildings and with them flying past that one, I just hoped I was in focus for at least one shot with it in their background. Whew! It was the only one! 🙂
A lovely set Donna! They are so majestic!
Thank you, Deborah, I agree!
Great shots of the eagles in flight, and you were able to get them both in focus at once!
Thank you, Jerry! It helps when they are close together! 😉