Venkatesh Kittur, The Pre-Flight Scan: Wedge-Tailed Eagle Portrait (ANIMALS 2025)

Captured in this moment, the wedge-tailed eagle swoops its head, scanning its surroundings before taking off. This head-bobbing motion allows the eagle to gather crucial visual information, ensuring balance and stability as it prepares to launch from its perch. A perfect blend of instinct and precision in nature’s design.

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