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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Juvenile and Adult Golden Eagles at an Elk Carcass

I am still over the moon about the footage of Golden Eagles on the elk carcass (Part 1, Part 2). As an aside, I just discovered that I have footage of the feline character who killed the elk but that's for another day.

When I first saw the two Golden Eagles, I hoped that they might be a breeding pair. An expert reader pointed out that one of the pair was a juvenile. This photo is of the juvenile - who has the characteristic white feathers on his tail that indicate that he is younger than "several" years old.


The other thing that the reader pointed out was that the juvenile was forced off the carcass by the adult. In this photo, the adult (closer to cam) has just swooped in landing almost on top of the juvenile. You can see the white feathers of the juvenile's tail to the right of the adult.
Juvenile Golden Eagles usually leave the area where they were born to settle someplace else by November of the first year of life. So, this juvenile may be settled here for the long-term. That's good!

Here is a video of another set of interactions between the two Golden Eagles. Enjoy!


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19 comments:

  1. easyweimaranerJanuary 21, 2020 at 4:41 AM

    that is such a special moments when they spread their wings....

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  2. DukeJanuary 21, 2020 at 7:06 AM

    The wingspans are just incredible!

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  3. MadSnapperJanuary 21, 2020 at 7:30 AM

    you always, always have spectacular wildlife on your cams. these are amazing.

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  4. Millie and WalterJanuary 21, 2020 at 8:00 AM

    We're always amazed at how bold those magpies are. They take advantage of every second the big birds are distracted.

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  5. Nancy JJanuary 21, 2020 at 9:02 AM

    Magpies, I wonder what they are saying to each other.Magnificent, was that a train or traffic in the background?

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    1. KBJanuary 21, 2020 at 9:58 AM

      It was an airplane. There's a new jet route that goes right over our neck of the woods. I hate it.

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  6. My Mind's EyeJanuary 21, 2020 at 9:45 AM

    KB you live in a most amazing location. I cannot imagine seeing in the furs/feathers the animals you see.
    I hope you and Runner are over the nasty flu
    Thank you for sharing
    Hugs Cecilia

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    1. KBJanuary 21, 2020 at 2:32 PM

      Thanks! We are over the intense part of the flu but we both have lingering coughs :(

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  7. SandeeJanuary 21, 2020 at 10:16 AM

    Oh my. Just beautiful. I would love to see this in person.

    Have a fabulous day. ♥

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  8. World of Animals, IncJanuary 21, 2020 at 10:29 AM

    We are just amazed with all the wonderful wildlife you catch on camera. It was just incredible to see the interaction between the Golden Eagles. Thanks for the share. Have a fantastic rest of your day.
    World of Animals

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  9. The Adventures of the LLB GangJanuary 21, 2020 at 12:51 PM

    So majestic!! And those magpies are too funny!!
    xoxo,
    Rosy, Jakey & Arty

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  10. Bella Roxy & MacduiJanuary 21, 2020 at 12:59 PM

    Interesting. We can only tell our young magpies from the adults because they still have grey feathers. Love your magpies, they look more like our butcher birds.

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  11. Tails Around the RanchJanuary 21, 2020 at 3:50 PM

    Love how everyone takes their shot whenever given the opportunity.

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  12. jank1961January 21, 2020 at 5:16 PM

    Wow, you really got it all! And more to this story to come! :)
    Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets

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  13. Brian's Home BlogJanuary 21, 2020 at 5:47 PM

    Those Eagles are really beautiful and such a sight to see!

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  14. Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 3January 21, 2020 at 6:18 PM

    Being young isn't easy, even for an eagle

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  15. QuinnJanuary 22, 2020 at 6:20 AM

    Oh I do hope you'll have a "local" Golden Eagle! How wonderful!

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  16. Idaho PugRanchJanuary 22, 2020 at 9:22 PM

    This is such great footage!
    hugs
    Mabel & Hilda

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