Saturday morning Sylvia had left for a series of meetings that would fill her day with activity and travel. The phone rang. I picked it up and heard my neighbor’s voice. He asked, “Does your camera have a zoom lens.” “Yes,” I replied. He continued, “There are two bald eagles feeding on a dead raccoon behind my house.” I thanked him, took a quick look out the window to confirm the sighting and then went for the camera.
By the time I retrieved the camera, one of the eagles had left. Only one remained.
Gloomy Saturday morning
I wasn’t too happy with the photographic results, but it was good to see the eagles again. Then on Monday, when the skies were clear and we had good natural light, I looked out to spot an eagle that had come back and was feasting on the dead raccoon.
Frozen raccoon for lunch, says the eagle
For the last several years, we have seen the eagles a few times each year. Usually only one at a time.
I keep looking for the golden eagle that has been around during the winters, but that is a very elusive bird and seems to be less comfortable around people.
Personal Note
I’ve not posted much lately. There have been a number of excuses reasons for that. I’d like to post more regularly, but can’t make any promises.
Our granddaughter has returned from a two-week study abroad program in Ghana (West Africa). We followed her activities mostly on Facebook. Sylvia and I are so very very proud of her.
Happy to hear your granddaughter has returned home safely. I’m sure it was a wonderful trip!
I’ve never seen an eagle like that in the wild. I can’t imagine seeing two! It’s very exciting (but not for the raccoon). 😉
Thanks Rosey. She had a life-changing experience. 🙂
We have some eagles that regularly visit our area. Another neighbor has seen three at one time. :angel:
Nice pix! I’ve missed you and hope all is well.
Thanks. :tiphat: All is well, but busy. I spent all day yesterday moving data from the old computer to the new one. Several other things happening too.
Thanks Chuck for the pictures of the eagles. I know they are in the neighborhood because Chris and Carla have seen them. This is the first time I have seen photo’s of them, and I have yet to see them in person. I enjoy your blog, even if I very seldom post. Blessings today.
You are welcome Bonnie. I posted a better picture on this blog see it here: http://secondaryrds.com/?p=2498
Knowing that you read these posts is a huge encouragement to me. Thanks ever so much. :tiphat:
Glad you posted! I’ve missed you. Glad Briana is home safe–I’m sure she is full of wonderful stories of her experience. 🙂
Very cool eagle sighting!! Did that raccoon just happen to be out there? or did they find it and drag it there? This winter has been very hard on wildlife, hasn’t it? I’ve never had so many strange deaths in my yard as this year. I hope we don’t have that again.
Thanks, Lin. Briana has traveled to many foreign lands. She even spent a summer in Mexico. I think Ghana has made a big impact because it involved helping others through nursing.
As to the raccoon, don’t ask. It’s there, and it’s dead. Let that suffice. This winter has indeed been hard on wildlife. The positive side of that is that it will “thin the herd.” Think of it as nature’s answer to over-population. To me, the big question is: “Will it reduce the mosquito population?” I hope so. :rolleyes:
how exciting to be so close to eagles. I have not but can’t wait to get a good shot of one!
Hi Doreen! :tiphat: It’s good to hear from you again. It is always exciting to see the eagles. Unfortunately, they are only occasional visitors to our neighborhood. By contrast, the vultures will return soon and we’ll see them everyday until they head south for next winter.
We’ve missed you, too. :tiphat:
Thanks friend. The good news is I didn’t miss you. I’ve kept up with all my blogger buds by following their posts. Unfortunately, I haven’t been leaving a lot of comments and (repeating myself) I haven’t posted very often. Nevertheless, you and all of our friends are never far from my thoughts. 🙂