The Iconic "American Bald Eagle"

[Chris Calohan]

Majestic and stoic, a much better choice to show strength than the Turkey, which is what Thomas Jefferson Ben Franklin (it was late for me, too) urged as the Nation's Symbol.

[Dale Villeponteaux]

I thought it was Benjamin Franklin, but after a 3rd bourbon
didn't bother to google it.

Goodnight all,
Dale

[Eric Myrvaagnes]

I must admit I do enjoy turkey meat, but I've never tried eagle.

[Chris Calohan]

If you ever do, it will cost you around $25,000 and you'll get to eat it in jail.

[Sean H]

Great shot - the 'face' (beak and eyes) are really sharp.

[Chris Calohan]

Yay, somebody finally said something about the photo. 

[Eric Myrvaagnes]

Oh, by the way, it's a fine photo.
But we expect that of you, Chris.

[muntanela]

I've read somewhere (wikipedia?) that this eagle isn't so noble in its behaviour.

[Eric Myrvaagnes]

I've read somewhere (wikipedia?) that this eagle isn't so noble in its behaviour.

Perhaps that's why it's a suitable emblem for America?

[Chris Calohan]

I've read somewhere (wikipedia?) that this eagle isn't so noble in its behaviour.

They are opportunistic in every way. They will steal from each other in the nest, a behavior that carries through adulthood in stealing a catch from a fellow Eagle or other bird. They'll fight vultures for carrion and I've hear tell of where they've gone up on people's porches to eat pet food.

Yes, indeed like American politicians. But, regardless of how they act, unlike our politicians they are still majestic.

[muntanela]

Let's say they have a pragmatic, very american, aproach to the reality. But this behaviour, if innocent as it is, doesn't preclude nobility and greatness...