Our National Emblem

[Ron Kelley]

I haven't seen any new creatures but thought some might like a few more pictures of Bald Eagles.

[OnewiththewilD]

hmy: look at them claws and that beak, can you imagine trying to grab a hold of an eagle with yer bare hands like some tribesmen did? another reason to call them "BRAVES"!

[Kyflintguy]

That's amazing to me, how many people get the opportunity to take such up close photos of wild Bald Eagles?  Very few I'd say. Its easy to see why Bald Eagles were chosen to be our national emblem and a symbol of "the land of the free, and the home of the brave"! Thanks for sharing!

[CMD]

OnewiththewilD wrote:

hmy: look at them claws and that beak, can you imagine trying to grab a hold of an eagle with yer bare hands like some tribesmen did? another reason to call them "BRAVES"!

  Why, I'll never forget the day the pterodactyl swooped down from the sky and carried me back to his nest. 50 foot wingspan! :dry:
I thought I was a goner for sure, but eventually the LSD wore off and I was able to descend the telephone pole :crazy:

[clovisoid]

Here is a picture I took on vacation to Alaska last summer. Hang around Juneau for a couple of hours and you lose count of all the bald eagles you see. Very cool looking birds.

[CMD]

What a noble bird! Thanks for the photos, Ron. Always appreciated
Great shot, clovisoid!

[JoshinMO]

You may not be able to see it, but i just know its there! B)

[Olden]

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Thanks for the great pics Guys - Very Nice!
Looks as though Eagle is still wary of old Raven.
There was a time many years ago..

http://www.northwest-art.com/NorthwestArt/WebPages/StoriesRavenStealstheLight.htm

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CMD Wrote:
Why, I'll never forget the day the pterodactyl swooped down from the sky and carried me back to his nest. 50 foot wingspan! :dry:
I thought I was a goner for sure, but eventually the LSD wore off and I was able to descend the telephone pole :crazy:
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Jeez Charlie, lucky you decided not to eat the entire 4-way! Traveling with a friend is good..  B)  B)  :laugh:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKnLwo_ppOw

[greg blood]

I am still glad the majestic Eagle was chosen as the national bird over the succulent Turkey.
I am sure a carnivorous bird would not be very savory. Ha!