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~ Our route turned toward the distant Ewaso Nyiro River, leaving behind the valley where we'd searched in vain for cheetah. Distances are relatively short in Samburu, thus the trees lining the river course were visible in the far distance. Looking to the right a raptor was prominently perched on a bush. It was Circaetus cinereus, Brown Snake-Eagle, with unmistakable large yellow eyes. Not wishing to leave the track or disturb the snake-eagle, we stopped at a distance to observe it. Actively scouting the surrounding area, it turned its head several times, affording us a clear view of its dark beak and lemon eyes.