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Tawny Eagle preying on Barn Owl
tconzemi

Tawny Eagle preying on Barn Owl (Aquila rapax, Tyto alba)

The owl was finally dropped and survived the attack, probably hurt
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Habitat
Savannah
Location
Lake Ndutu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Date taken
12.12.2014
Scientific name
Aquila rapax, Tyto alba
Equipment used
Eos 7D mark II, 500 mm F:4.0
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Two amazing photo which you would never think possible. Nature is a wonderful thing but sometimes, for us cruel. Hope the Owl was OK.
 
mags1967
just brilliant to see and capture.birds are so resillient and maybe that owl bite it where it hurts.two awesome birds and just amazing to see.all the best margaret.
 

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