The African fish eagle is one of the raptors we usually see on our trips to East Africa. They are very similar in appearance to bald eagles, and in fact, are in the same genus of Haliaeetus, otherwise known as the fish eagles. This guy was perched above the plains of Nairobi National Park, no doubt, searching for the next meal. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 500mm PF lens, ISO 3200, f/5.6 at 1/2500th of a second.
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The African fish eagle is one of the raptors we usually see on our trips to East Africa. They are very similar in appearance to bald eagles, and in fact, are in the same genus of Haliaeetus, otherwise known as the fish eagles. This guy was perched above the plains of Nairobi National Park, no doubt, searching for the next meal. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 500mm PF lens, ISO 3200, f/5.6 at 1/2500th of a second.
WOW!!!! What a gorgeous bird, Sean! Thank you for bringing the fish eagle to your followers!
Thanks Sue. you can certainly see the resemblance to our bald eagles.
He looks so formal, like he’s wearing judges robes!
I can see that.
He is grand.
No doubt, Donna.
Whoa! Great shot
Thanks Jane.
The Fish Eagle is the national bird of Fish America
This is sweet!!
Gorgeous portrait against the monochrome background. The detail of the feathers, colors, and those amazing talons –impressive.
Thanks Laura.