Yes, I did receive my just rewards for
doing my early morning walk...
However, it's always good to keep your eyes
peeled and
don't forget to look up!!! Boy was I
surprised when I saw this eyeing me from above.
My research upon returning safely home
indicated that this was a juvenile Golden Eagle.
Actually not only one, but a pair of them, so
I deviated from my plan and followed them as they
moved from place to place.
The juveniles have white patches at the base
of the primaries in the wing and at the base
of the tail,
As you can tell, the golden eagle has very large
wings with a wingspan of approximately 6'5"
(for the juvenile) and when it takes off it is
pretty impressive.
They weight about 10 lbs and
don't get their adult plumage for about 4 years.
They mate for life and their life span in the
wild is believed to be 30 years or more.
They use their speed and sharp talons to snatch up
rabbits, marmots and squirrels. They also eat
reptiles, birds, fish and have been known to
attack a full grown deer.
And as I returned home along the back walkway,
I was startled to see one of the pair
patiently waiting for something to move.
Made me nervous - who's stalking who in
the early morning light.
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