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Immature Bald eagle


Immature Bald eagle
Photo Information
Copyright: Annick Vanderschelden (vanderschelden) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2712 W: 78 N: 7405] (30145)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-07-14
Categories: Birds
Camera: Canon EOS 1D Mark III, Canon 400mm 2.8 IS
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2007-07-20 9:39
Viewed: 1254
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 44
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The plumage of an adult Bald Eagle is evenly brown with a white head and tail. The tail is moderately long and slightly wedge-shaped. Males and females are identical in plumage coloration, but females are 25% larger than males, displaying sexual dimorphism.The beak, feet, and irises are bright yellow. The legs are unfeathered, and the toes are short and powerful with long talons. The highly developed talon of the hind toe is used to pierce the vital areas of prey while it is held immobile by the front toes. The beak is large and hooked, with a yellow cere.

The plumage of the immature Bald Eagle is brown, speckled with white until the fourth year, when it reaches sexual maturity.[3] This species is distinguishable from the Golden Eagle in that the latter has feathers which extend down the legs. Also, the immature Bald Eagle has more light feathers in the upper arm area, especially around the 'armpit'.

Body length ranges from 27 to 40 inches (68-100 cm). Adult females have an average wingspan of about 7 feet (2.1 meters); adult males have a wingspan of 6 ft 6 in (2 meters). Adult females weigh approximately 12.8 lb (5.8 kg), males weigh 9 lb (4.1 kg). The smallest specimens are those from Florida, where an adult male may barely exceed 5 lb (2.3 kg) and a wingspan of 6 feet (1.8 meters). The largest are the Alaskan birds, where large females may exceed 16.5 lb (7.5 kg) and have a wingspan of over 8 feet (2.4 meters).[4] In the wild, Bald Eagles typically live about 20-30 years, but can realize a life span of approximately 50 years. They generally live longer in captivity, up to 60 years.

Shooting Date/Time
14/07/2007 15:22:11
Tv(Shutter Speed)
1/2000Sec.
Av(Aperture Value)
F2.8
Metering Modes
Evaluative metering
Exposure Compensation
0
ISO Speed
320
Lens
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM
Focal Length
400,0 mm
Image size
3888 x 2592
Image Quality
RAW
Flash
Off
White Balance
Daylight
AF mode
AI Servo AF

IS on, monopod.
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  • Arjun Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 359 W: 7 N: 1110] (5404)
  • [2007-07-20 9:46]

hi annick,
a very wonderful picture details and sharpness is amazing.
congrats.
TFS

Hello Annick,
Beautiful portrait of this Eagle.
Fine detail and BG contrast color really adds.
Well done.
Richard

Hi Annick,
A beautiful portrait of the eagle. Crystal clear focus on eyes. Thanks a lot for sharing.

Hi Annick,
a fine portrait with good POV and pose.
Fine details, nice colours and good DOF, the bird standout well.
Well done.

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2992 W: 162 N: 950] (2789)
  • [2007-07-20 10:33]

Hello Annick,
Superb sharp profile of this Eagle with his head turned. Bautiful colours against the dark green background. Very well composed!
Many thanks and regards, Ulla

Hello Annick,
this is a very nice portrait shot from the Bald Eagle. Great POV, very good sharpness and details. Very fine colours and very good bg. This is a very nice composition. Thank you.
Gr.
Heinz

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  • Mariol Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 159 W: 10 N: 1173] (5132)
  • [2007-07-20 10:40]

Hi Annick,
Very good portrait of the eagle! Nice classic pose; perfect technically.
You handle very well your new equipment.
Regards, Mario

Yikes!! How immature of you Annick ;}
Excellent work.
Howard

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  • demeve Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 604 W: 11 N: 1631] (5995)
  • [2007-07-20 11:11]

Hello Annick,
Didn't know the Bald Eagles could turn their heads
like a Owl.. Wonderful capture, very sharp and well
focused, great composition with a beautiful BG... Well Done

Everton.

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  • jesst Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 375 W: 0 N: 172] (2411)
  • [2007-07-20 11:16]

Wonderful! very good sharpness and details. TFS

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  • PeterZ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2388 W: 94 N: 5521] (17576)
  • [2007-07-20 11:19]

Hello Annick,
The sharpness of this photo is outstanding. I like the pose and composition very much. Good BG.
Regards,
Peter

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  • Ken52 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 640 W: 98 N: 1241] (4189)
  • [2007-07-20 11:51]

Excellent composition/framing of the subject. Outstanding details. Lighting and colors are supurb!

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  • kjpweb Gold Star Critiquer [C: 332 W: 86 N: 1084] (4788)
  • [2007-07-20 11:54]

Excellent. Top notch focus, color and pose. Hat's off to you!
Cheers, Klaus

Hello Annick,
superb photograph, I was to see your gallery, it is splendid,
many thanks for shared
Pat

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2001 W: 226 N: 6845] (24727)
  • [2007-07-20 12:25]

Hi Annick,
an excellent shot of this young Bald Eagle.
Very sharp and detailed.
Excellent DOF and composition.
Well done,
Joe

Hi Annick, splendid portrait of this eagle in imperial pose, lovely blurry BG, very well done, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

Hi Annick,
Perfect details on this impressive young bald eagle...Great portrait!
Just a question...Was this bird in a specific center? I saw picture was made in Europe...Marta

Hi,
Wonderful portrait of this eagle.
Great composition and very nice pov.
Regards,
Iulian

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  • lise Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 172 W: 51 N: 548] (2875)
  • [2007-07-20 16:49]

Hi Annick,
Awesome! Great capture of this young bald eagle. Super eye contact with excellent focus and details.
Well done. TFS
Lise

Genial portrait!
Beautiful colours and details.
Great job Annick.
Best regards, JL.

Hi Annick,
Lovely photo. Happy with your new lens? It appears to be working well and hard.
Regards,
Peter

Hi Annick,
Excellent portrait as always!
TFS and regards,
Serge
:)

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