Bald Eagle Courtship

This is 3rd courtship photograph from earlier this year when I got extremely lucky to observe and photograph Bald Eagles Courtship for the first time, Courtship is a time to develop and strengthen the pair bond, or form a new one. Scientists have observed some mating behaviors on wintering grounds, but have also seen males and females start courting in breeding areas.

 

Bald eagle pairs engage in a number of courtship rituals as they build their bond. The most famous and recognizable of these rituals is the "cartwheel courtship flight," this involves pair of eagles which will fly up high, lock talons and then get into a cartwheel spin as they fall toward the ground. This is nothing short of a visual delight, seeing it was amazing and being able to take few shots to share is a bonus.

 

Big thanks to ---------- Angie ----------

 

for sharing a YouTube link

youtube.com/watch?v=2M7loJ6uQqw

 

Bald eagle population in Alberta is thriving, large number of eagles are wintering in Canada.

 

 

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