Long-crested eagles — aptly named for the long crest that extends backward from the top of their heads — are found throughout much of sub-Sahara Africa. I photographed this one in Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. They are opportunistic hunters although their favorite prey by far is rodents. Unlike many other raptors that scan the ground as they fly above, long-crested eagles are known as “sit and wait” hunters as they will patiently wait for food to come to them. It would appear that this guy is doing just that. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 400mm) ISO 400, f/5.6 at 1/400th of as second
——- It’s a beautiful day
——- In the neighborhood
——- It’s a beautiful day
——- In the neighborhood
——- If sharp beaks rip
——- And talons grip
——- Are what you would
——- Then on this very day
——- Won’t you be
——- My neighbor
We use cookies to enhance your experience while using our website. If you are using our Services via a browser you can restrict, block or remove cookies through your web browser settings. We also use content and scripts from third parties that may use tracking technologies. You can selectively provide your consent below to allow such third party embeds. For complete information about the cookies we use, data we collect and how we process them, please check our Privacy Policy
Long-crested eagles — aptly named for the long crest that extends backward from the top of their heads — are found throughout much of sub-Sahara Africa. I photographed this one in Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. They are opportunistic hunters although their favorite prey by far is rodents. Unlike many other raptors that scan the ground as they fly above, long-crested eagles are known as “sit and wait” hunters as they will patiently wait for food to come to them. It would appear that this guy is doing just that.
Fantastic bird and I love its perch on the cactus.
——- It’s a beautiful day
——- In the neighborhood
——- It’s a beautiful day
——- In the neighborhood
——- If sharp beaks rip
——- And talons grip
——- Are what you would
——- Then on this very day
——- Won’t you be
——- My neighbor
Nice tough talons to perch on those cacti. Great shot!