From the moment I spotted the fresh carcass of a Canada Goose on the shore, I knew it would be worth watching. Now, what might take an interest in this?
The first visitor was a three-and-a-half year old eagle (note, the dark flecking on its crown).
This was followed by a succession of ravens,
And a dog that was only dissuaded from stealing the prize by its (human) pack leader.
The most photogenic scavenger was an adult Bald Eagle: “Love the giblets; Hate the feathers.”
Interestingly, this eagle was driven off by the persistent harassment of other geese. Were they merely mobbing a predator, or were they objecting to the desecration of a colleague?
Following this, a one-and-a-half year old eagle landed and tried to reach the carcass. It, too, was harassed by other geese that loudly blocked its path.
My favourite shot was of the adult bald having breakfast at sunrise.
Goose feast for Easter?
This is truly spellbinding. Thanks so much for being there to watch. And thanks for sharing too.
Bravissimo! Such lives you and the feathered folk have. So much to extract from informed and persistent attention.
MY fave is the eagle leaving, wingtips having touched the water…fabulous, as always.
Excellent series!
This Portuguese water dog looks familiar.
Photographing wildlife with Canines can be difficult at times, especially when (in my scenario) the Great Dane knows its the pack leader.
As a lapsed photographer and an Ecologist I really appreciate these images from a dual perspective. Very well done!
Wayne Stetski
NDP Candidate – Member of Parliament
Kootenay Columbia Riding