Home»All Albums & Groups»Kenya — January, 2015»Meru — Aquila rapax

~ This set is truly a series, as in this instance we spotted and remained with a single subject through several minutes. What appeared to my untutored eyes be Aquila rapax, Tawny Eagle, was perched in shade when Anthony spotted it. As we stopped it flew off, landing on a nearby snag branch. The eagle stared at the camera lens, scanned the area, scratched and stepped forward to stretch its talon. These images reflect the pleasure we shared while parked and observing in silence, save for the faintest sound of breeze-rustled foliage.