Mature Bald Eagle Fishing Homer Alaska

A mature Bald Eagle prepares his stance for fishing while another gently soars by over the waters off Homer, Alaska in the USA.

A mature Bald Eagle is fishing and prepares to snatch some herring out of the cold waters around Homer, Alaska while another eagle soars in the backdrop. The snow covered peaks of the mountainous landscape creates a scenic backdrop for these amazing birds of prey.

With its massive wings spread and tilted backwards, its head stretched forward and its talons extended outwards, this Bald Eagle glides into position where he has spotted his next meal. The underneath of the Bald Eagle's feet are rough, making it nearly impossible for the fish to slip out once scooped from the water.

The wing span on a mature Bald Eagle can reach between 66 to 96 inches with the females being a fair bit larger than the males.

During the winter months, Homer, Alaska is a world famous place to watch Bald Eagles where close to 200 congregate. Whether the Bald Eagles are soaring, fishing or roosting, Homer, Alaska is one of the best places to watch these birds in their natural environment.

Mature Bald Eagles fishing for Herring.

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A mature Bald Eagle prepares his stance for fishing while another gently soars by over the waters off Homer, Alaska in the USA.