Steller's Sea-eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus) adult and immature, fighting, squabbling over carcass on beach, Shiretoko Peninsula, Hokkaido, Japan, winter
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Steller's Sea-eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus) adult and immature, fighting, squabbling over carcass on beach, Shiretoko Peninsula, Hokkaido, Japan, winter
Steller's Sea-eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus) adult and immature, fighting, squabbling over carcass on beach, Shiretoko Peninsula, Hokkaido, Japan, winter
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6541375
© FLPA/David Tipling
Aggression Aggressive Beach Beaches Bird Of Prey Carcase Carcases Carcass Carcasses Conflict Eagle Eagles East Asia Fight Fighting Fights Hokkaido Japan Japanese Orient Oriental Pacific Raptor Raptors Scavenge Scavenges Scavenging Sea Eagle Sea Eagles Sea Shores Seashore Seashores Shore Shores Squabble Squabbles Squabbling Steller Stellers Wintering Winters Eats Feeds Immature Immatures Juveniles
Feathers Fly and Claws Clash - A Fierce Battle for the Ultimate Seafood Buffet!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this epic showdown captured by photographer David Tipling, a Steller's Sea-eagle family takes center stage on the shores of Hokkaido, Japan. The adult and immature eagles engage in an intense squabble over a mouthwatering carcass that has washed ashore. It's a feathery frenzy as these magnificent raptors showcase their aggressive nature and fight for their share of the spoils. With wings spread wide and beaks poised to strike, these impressive birds of prey display their aerial prowess while engaging in this thrilling food-fight spectacle. As they soar above the picturesque coastal landscape, it becomes clear that even in the animal kingdom, there is no shortage of sibling rivalry! The Shiretoko Peninsula serves as both battleground and buffet table for these majestic creatures during winter migration. Amidst the snowy backdrop, they demonstrate not only their survival instincts but also their determination to secure sustenance amidst harsh conditions. Witnessing such raw power and untamed behavior reminds us of nature's unyielding beauty and its intricate web of life. So next time you find yourself enjoying a peaceful stroll along a beach, remember that beneath those serene waves lies an exhilarating world where battles are fought with feathers instead of swords!
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