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Golden eagle and fox

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Posted by Edwin kats on March 27, 2011 at 10:29 AM
Some photographers say the red fox isn't a natural prey for the golden eagle. Well, it is. They prefer smaller mammals like mountain hare or birds because they are easier to control. The golden eagle also catches a red fox so now and then as this video proves. This time the fox got lucky. The golden eagle isn't able to attack a second time because he needs some open space to get airborne again.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfX_yjwh-v4&feature=player_embedded

Edwin
Posted by Neil Burton on March 27, 2011 at 3:54 PM
Hmm, certainly had a go but I did read that the golden eagle could only lift a young fox or about 4KG in weight. Obviously does not stop them attacking and eating them on the spot though ;) :toast: