Bateleur Eagle by danob
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Description
Bateleur Eagle
Terathopius ecaudatus
The Bateleur eagle is the most famous of the snake eagles. Bateleur is French for "tightrope-walker". This name was probably chosen because of its distinctive aerial acrobatics. When mature, it's pitch black feathers with white under the wings, bright red face and legs and black tipped beak are characteristic markings. Unlike most creatures, female Bateleur eagles are larger than males.

Comments (60)
An awesome looking Eagle, beautifully captured, I never seen one of these birds anywhere, thanks for sharing Stuart
Allow me to be the first: What a pic! The angle, the size, the perfect clarity, and that imperious expression! Maybe it's anthropomorphic, but it's hard not to imbue these fearless predators with superhuman qualities. And on top of all that, I've never seen anything like this snake eagle before - Thanks for all the info.
very very impressive !!!
You were a very fortunate man to have captured this fine specimen so clear. The reds are aglow on the full size version. Fantastic capture.
Great, crisp shot. You whole portfolio is wonderful!
Beautiful work!
Outstanding clear and detailled shot. Looks very impressive. Fantastic photograph!!
Really an amazing portrait, looks a little scary, very well done!!
Sublime capture, Danny!! Never seen its like in my life. Fearsome looking bird. Hugs. Di.
Absoutly amazing shot, one very proud looking creature, awsome work my friend............
che spettacolo!
Alucinante ! Extraordinary shot.
beautiful shot old friend my heart soars~
An amazing creature that I have not seen before. Thank you!
Just amazing. That's the last thing a snake sees before being eaten.
excellent proud bird !!! Love the red around the beak....
Terrible portrait of this Eagle Danny ! Very strange this red color on his face, he seems more impressive. Never seen this sort of Eagle before. He must be a terrific predator ! Have a nice evening my friend. Hugs
Wow - what an excellent photo. These birds always seem to evade my lens. So crisp - this is the first time I actually see the head so clear! Nice contrasts between all the colours. Thanks for sharing!
What an impressive bird, awesome shot Danny!
Incredible detail, zoomed in it looks spectacular. It's a beautiful bird of prey for sure, and a grand capture!!
What an outstanding capture! The detail and color are excellent and do this magnificent bird great justice. Bunny
wow excellent, fantastic quality in your shots!
People will be talking about "danob quality" throughout the rest of history!!! Supurb!! He reminds me of an old sage in hood and robe.
he is so handsome with that full head of feathers and stoic expression! super shot!
Awesome picture..I like this one..
Great shot; thanks for sharing!
wow Dan..this is stunning...all of the creatures personality is captured here..
Outstanding! Superb creature and image. I've always like the sound of that eagle's name, it rolls off the tongue with such force and strength! I've never seen such a fine close up of one before.
Excellent portrait of this nobel bird
WOW! What a face! Superb shot!*****!