Goldie on a fox

Edwin,
A very unique image with great sharpness and detail. I feel sorry for the fox though. Am I assuming correctly that this is a trained eagle belonging to a falconer?

Thanks Gary. This is a wild bird taken in Norway from a hide.

Edwin

Very unique capture. The sharpness, colour, and light is really fantastic. Congratulations on a shot that depicts all aspects of nature . Best Regards, Andrei

Poor Charlie ! LOL
Perfectly executed and processed.

Great shot Edwin

Oscar

Wow thats impressive

Interesting seeing these two species together. Did the eagle take down the fox, or did you find the carcass before setting up the blind?

Max

Edwin i like the Fox almost as much as this magnificent bird,perfect.
Keith.

This is incredible. I would love to hear more about the situation. Did you see this eagle taking down the fox? Is it their common prey? Very impressive picture

Great shot Edwin.
From the various comments from people There appears to be some confusion.
I presume you placed the fox in position in front of a hide ?
Cheers
JohnR

Hi,

You presumed right John. Foxy was used as bait. The fox is a natural bait for the golden eagle.

Edwin

Hi Edwin
I'm sure the experience of seeing a wild eagle this close was breathtaking - Mark Hamblin's recent blog on the trip makes it sound great (apart from the waiting!). As for the shot though, my critique would be that I've seen it time and time again from all the other photographers who've been on this trip. Still, it is a simple case of supply and demand; as long as photographers are willing to pay for the same shot Ole Martin doesn’t need to change the product!

Technically the image is perfect; aesthetically there are many elements to admire; overall though the experience it is like a visit to McDonalds. Give me your fantastic buzzard shots or the godwits at sunset, any day.

Cheers,
Chris

Hi Cris,

I know what you mean but personally I can't get enough of sea and golden eagles and I think it's not going to happen in the near future. It's one of the best places in Europe to see these wonderful birds. I do agree it's not the most unique image but it's just great fun.

cheers,

Edwin

I am on the fence Edwin. I love eagles and would love to get hold of a fox as bait but I find both in the same shot a little off putting, the detract from one another. Perhaps if the fox were half buried in snow and not completely visible? Wonderful eagle though.

Good to read all these opinions. Very interesting to know peoples thoughts about an image.

cheers,

Edwin

technically flawless Edwin and I can imagine what an amazing experience it would be to see one of these birds land in front of you. My only concern is how realistic this image is i.e. do golden eagles ever actually take foxes as prey? I've no idea but it would be interesting to know.

Matt

Hi Matt,

A fox is a natural prey for the golden eagle. They prefer mountain hare but they take down a fox or roe deer with ease.

Edwin

Awesome, natural prey in natural habitat...great stuff!!!!

Hi a fine Image Edwin, not so keen on the dead fox though needs some snow on it.

Phil.

WICKED!!!!!
Paul Rosser

That fox is just restin'

Him and the Eagle are really the best of mates............

Brings back some good,if a bit cold, memories matey....nicely worked image

Thanks guys

Brings back memories for sure Andy. I bet you can't wait to go there once more. Cristine says hello, we are getting married next month

Edster

This is a nice picture, but poor fox. I Ilike how you got the golden eagles face. Nice colours in the picture, too.