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Talons XXIII
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Golden Eagle (Family Accipitridae, Aquila chrysaetos). Golden Eagles often have a division of labour while hunting: one partner drives the prey to its waiting partner. They have very good eyesight and can spot prey from a long distance. The talons are used for killing and carrying the prey, the beak is used only for eating. The talons of a Golden Eagle are thought to be more powerful than the hand and arm strength of any human being. Their prey includes marmots, hares and mice, and sometimes birds, martens, foxes, young deer, and livestock including lambs and kids. During winter months when prey is scarce, Golden Eagles scavenge on carrion to supplement their diet.

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::LynEve
06/14/07 11:42 AM GMT
Well its another great picture but I would not like to meet one.
Full size this photograph is really wonderful, with the light shining on him and every feather clear and sharp.
As is the beak :)
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::Dunstickin
06/14/07 12:08 AM GMT
Looking at this chap..he doesn't seem much bothered that you are there!...great detail and composure
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::DigiCamMan
06/14/07 4:17 PM GMT
Super closeup Roger, very nicely done. Hand him a hanky would ya.
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.antmark
06/14/07 5:02 PM GMT
nice sharp and clear close up, well done.
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::jswgpb
06/14/07 8:02 PM GMT
Man those are really some eyes. Great job bud, why didn't you put your dove in the talons category ?? :)
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::ianmacappin
06/14/07 8:56 PM GMT
Another great shot. I`m amazed how sharp you get these. I can make out every detail.

Ian :)
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::phasmid
06/14/07 11:53 PM GMT
You're going to have enough to have these greats published as a coffee table book...I'd buy one.. !!!! I think somebody ought to check Digi's memory for him....LOL

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.rooptylz
06/15/07 2:45 AM GMT
I have to agree with everyone. This picture is nice, and sharp. I can see every detail. Very very well done. I saw it in the voting place and i just had to comment it =]
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::Hottrockin
06/15/07 10:40 AM GMT
Super happy everyone flew by to check this one out!! I truly appreciate it!!
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Why do the pictures come out square when the lens is round?? Picture Purrrfect .
::fogz
06/15/07 1:12 PM GMT
Wicked!!! that means fantastic in the UK! right on the eye Randy - beautiful capture of this majestic bird!
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::sasraku
06/15/07 6:22 PM GMT
Top marks from the V Booth.

Wicked shot.

Mark.
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.bfrank
06/16/07 6:47 PM GMT
I stopped by to let you know I gave you high marks in the voting booth. I enjoyed it and saved.
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.TrailGypsy
06/17/07 1:14 AM GMT
Awesome shot and great info! 10/10 from me :)
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&nmsmith
06/19/07 3:14 AM GMT
This one's bang on! Great shot.
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::egggray
10/10/07 3:31 PM GMT
Excellent capture.
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