A few years ago White-tailed Eagles (aka 'Sea Eagles') were reintroduced to the Isle of Wight when a number of juveniles were released. The island was the last place in England they bred until exterminated just over two centuries ago. The island's coastline with harbours and estuaries and remaining largely unspoiled made it a good place for reintroducing these fabulous birds to England. It's hoped that the eagles will spread out and recolonise the south coast (see Roy Dennis Foundation for more).
A couple of them were unfortunately found dead, possible victims of bird flu or something more nefarious, but the others seem to be doing well and hopefully this will continue. On a happier note, one pair has bred at a secret location in the south and that chick has grown up and is flying around.
These photos were taken with an 800mm lens, heavily cropped but otherwise left unedited. This has its white tail which gives the bird its common name. We on the island are proud of 'our' eagles and may the project be a success and may the eagles have long lives and many chicks.
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