Insane Bald Eagle Bird In Flight FIGHTING Photography at Conowingo Dam Sony A7RIV A9 600MMF4 1.4 TEL

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@tarlagernert4845 8 ай бұрын

This is riveting! Your storytelling builds the anticipation, and your photography exceeds expectations!! The photo of the three balds eagles, one adult and two juveniles, with the fish hanging in mid-air, is spectacular! Thank you for sharing your incredible art with us!

@MarkSmithphotography 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@robertgaylord8263 9 ай бұрын

Good observation about the dropping of the fish by a mature eagle and being picked up by an immature eagle - could well be a training exercise. When I saw the mature eagle dropping the fish, I thought what's that about? Didn't seem to be a good reason for the mature eagle to be dropping the fish. Then you suggest training for the younger eagle...makes a lot of sense. Your eagle shots are worthy of National Geographic, Great work. Thanks so much.

@JuanRojas956 3 жыл бұрын

Story telling and photography are two different skills very difficult to master. But you have done a great job showcasing both! You’re definitely a master of the art

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@pquach00 Жыл бұрын

it amazes me how these photographers are able to capture these stunning photo with impeccable sharpness! Amazing skills!

@ElaineFoster-lk5uh 8 ай бұрын

Wow !!! I Love your videos !!! All of this was so Amazing !!!!!!! Thank you for such an Amazing, Awesome show !!!!! You are so talented and so kind to share ..I love God's Amazing Birds, especially, Love the Bald Eagles.!!! Thank you for All you do and God Bless !!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏

@me4jas 3 жыл бұрын

Forget photography, I learn English vocabulary from your videos

@NickYack 2 жыл бұрын

The narration was as magical as the photography. There is really a beautiful story unfolding underneath the dam.

@mzeeshanch 3 жыл бұрын

My Fav Moment: The video of the eagles locking talons and the picture where the 3 eagles are aligned with the fish in the air... Just beautiful... Awesome video... Watched it with my 7 year old... He was much more excited than I was... Screaming WOW several times in the middle of the video...

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!

@Antolalto 3 жыл бұрын

Your pictures are simply breathtaking.

@bonnieleelee9936 Жыл бұрын

That was very beautiful. It gave me chills. The beautiful beautiful eagles. Thanks, so much.

@martinguitarish 3 жыл бұрын

I never get tired of watching your nature photography. Absolutely incredible talent and appreciation of your subjects. Thank you !

@huntingtonnow1835 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible photo, great voiceover, too. Thank you.

@emattv524 2 жыл бұрын

Watching these birds flying free would be an amazing feeling. I wish i could experience this

@papanpal3208 3 жыл бұрын

Each of your photograph is really insane. Sir You are really awesome

@DiscoveringAsia 2 жыл бұрын

That is some of the most beautiful. stunning bird photography I've ever, ever, seen and great narrating! Thanks Mark!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@IndigenousPeacemaker 11 ай бұрын

Stellar oral and visual storytelling! Breathtaking work. Thank you so much.

@nadineF 3 жыл бұрын

My favourite part of the video was the eagles locking their talons. Amazing

@Wildicon19 Жыл бұрын

You have an amazing story telling skill that matches your photography skills! Amazing story Mark thank you for sharing your beautiful experience!

@Check-it-out 2 жыл бұрын

Truly breathtaking stories and photos. An oasis of joy between all these channels about specs and pixel peeping !

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@matthewbell1968 3 жыл бұрын

Epic video Mark and superb narrative as ever 👍 As a Brit it was some visit to Conowingo 2 years ago I loved it. I'll always remember the customs/immigration desk at DC when they asked the reason for my visit to the US. I replied 'I've come to visit the Conowingo dam', the guys expression was priceless!

@arghyadipsen2429 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! What an experience with some of the best bird shots I've seen this year! No less than a thriller!

@paulthomas8986 3 жыл бұрын

Stunning work again Mark. Your videos never grow old. Thanks for sharing.

@ChristianRytterLarse 3 жыл бұрын

Mark, you simply keep outdoing yourself with phenomenal photography and interesting commentary.

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@curtiswrigley 3 жыл бұрын

I am 40 min away. Love going down there to see the Eagles. If you park near the vultures they will eat your windshield wipers . Great images

@arildhagen3820 3 жыл бұрын

Again I'm stunned from all the dramatic pictures and scenes. The cinematic filming of eagles was drop dead gorgeous. This could be a BBC nature production in terms of quality and storytelling. You Sir are a menthor for my work

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Sashman077 3 жыл бұрын

I am speechless about the incredible pictures you’ve taken. How can they be so sharp at F5.6? Just surprised to see all the details in tack focus of such large birds at this aperture. You’re a magician!!!

@guadalupehicks283 3 жыл бұрын

M Smith, breathe taking in seeing their hard work on survival. Beautiful work, thank you.

@ChristopherHarle41048 2 жыл бұрын

Mark, you don't disappoint - crystal clear stills, fascinating video clips and a commentary that, at times, is almost poetic.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@hadassah2998 2 жыл бұрын

That was so well narrated! I was eating popcorn while watching this beautiful video! Thank you for those amazing pictures! WOW!

@Henry30065 3 жыл бұрын

Another outstanding video! Pin sharp, dramatic, images. The sheer number of birds and the high catch rate can only mean one thing - the Conowingo Dam must be filled to the brim with fish! Well done. The quality of your videos are second to none.

@lonesomedovecall822 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing shots!!!! And the narrating was superb!!! Valerie.

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@tamarawilliams3699 3 жыл бұрын

Just WOW!!! That is what always comes to my mind when I see your work. This is remarkable. My grand-nephew is homeschooling due to Covid. I have been sending him links to your videos over the last 6 weeks for him to watch, kind of like the nature films I watched in grade school in the 70s. He loves them. I can’t wait to find out what he thinks of the Eagle video. Thank you for sharing this and for sharing your passion.

@ginafriend1690 3 жыл бұрын

Not only are you a well established photographer.. what a great author you are. Such a way with words describing! I'm fortunate enough to have found you when I did. Love it!! 🙌🦅

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@MrBob6425 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo, bravo!!! The pictures and story telling was worth the wait, Mark! Thank you for sharing those moments that most of us can only dream of!

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome

@cynthiarao1718 3 жыл бұрын

Wow 😳 that was amazing loved the adult eagle 🦅 dropping fish and juvenile catching it amazing thanks mark 😊

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@whiskerske3218 3 жыл бұрын

That vertical pic of the eagle it fricken amazing! Your photography leaves me breathless and I adore your narration.

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@dalerobinson8456 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic photographs, and great narrative too! Thanks for sharing your work.

@juliebirb7162 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely wonderful and brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for bringing this to us.

@rrrosecarbinela 3 жыл бұрын

Great storytelling. I've spent many hours there, watching the action. You had a LOT of action for one day!

@shaunbaileyuk 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, I love the way you told the stories of the day thank you. London is listening!

@luciegagnon1238 3 жыл бұрын

I loved watching the video. You had some amazing shots. I also take great pleasure in listening to your story telling. You are so poetic and have a wonderful way with words.

@yajnanahd1 3 жыл бұрын

Extraordinary shooting , superb shots, narration.... Just awesome

@iigal 3 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal photography and video. I really enjoyed watching this and your narration was great.

@tomlee812 3 жыл бұрын

What a fabulous show. Thanks, Mark, for bringing it to us.

@nancywages7029 3 жыл бұрын

Incredible. I enjoyed it so much. Bald Eagles are my favorite. I definitely have this on my bucket list when I retire in 3 years!

@blueeyes6852 3 жыл бұрын

That's how many weeks and hours left?!!! Lol! You done good girl ❣ Wow❣ 🎖

@KurtThruKurtsLensWecker 3 жыл бұрын

Loved it Mark you really captured the treasure in 16 minutes and 26 seconds! Nice meeting, chatting and shooting with you.. You really caught some great action a beautiful video!

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and it was great meeting and shooting alongside you as well!

@chrislj2890 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work Mark. It's great to see the number of bald eagles in the U.S., and I still remember the days when it was thought that the species was a goner due to DDT.

@namriderone3538 3 жыл бұрын

Simply an amazing show by a most talented photographer, super job!

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@philyoung4804 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic show well caught. Awesome photographs, congratulations.

@kathyberger6650 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful shots!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!❤️🦅

@ritaross7464 3 жыл бұрын

One of the BEST and most exciting videos. Love the way you took time to explain what was happening. I agree that maybe the adult Eagle was teaching the juveniles how to hunt for and catch their prey, as well as how to keep other eagles from stealing it after the catch. Thanks for sharing. Amazing Majestic birds!

@patchdavis35 3 жыл бұрын

"Cartwheeling", as you captured at the end, can express either bonding or agressive behavior. Watching it happen in the wild is a "once in a lifetime" experience! When eagles fish, aren't you often led to wonder just what the poor prey, still alive, is thinking, suddenly finding himself in the air high above the only home he's ever known?

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I often think that with the Osprey

@jkmnopgmail 3 жыл бұрын

I often try to imagine the fish's reaction. ("Why does everyone say air travel is so great?")

@DixonLu 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. A bit concerned about some photographers not wearing face coverings when they are so close to each other.

@sparkelius 3 жыл бұрын

Wow is an understatement. Great story telling and impeccable photos. Thanks Mark, this has been a great education.

@carolschultz1058 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, another fantastically beautiful video, capturing those magnificent eagles! You're videos & shots are amazing! TY for sharing! 👏😊

@aniquewaseem6259 3 жыл бұрын

Mark, I started following you for your photography but now I'm not even sure man. Whether I like you photography or your commentary moe. Your photos, videos are the best but your commentary is super best. It keeps you engaged, not only watchin your videos but listening makes it double the fun. Well done man. 💐

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Thanks.

@russellgentile4719 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I totally agree with all you said. I know it must be a tremendous amount of work and time to do all this. Mark must go through and edit so much source material and then prepare it in this way for our consumption. He makes it look so easy though. What an artist of his craft!

@ruthmeyer5415 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing photos!! Was great to see the eagles eating the fish in flight, and all the adult/immature interactions. Thank you!

@grahamallen3941 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant seeing nature in full flight. Love Bald Eagles and those talons, wouldn’t want to be caught on the end of those. Great photos thank you. Graham🇬🇧🇬🇧🐟🐟🦅🦅🦅🏜📷📷📷

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@florincalinescuSB 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable! So many cool shots and details. Thank you so much for your incredible work!

@ryandury 3 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes, that clip of the juvenile grabbing the fish in midair is unbelievable!

@annjeanmillikan 2 жыл бұрын

AMAZING bird photography, FABULOUS, thank you!

@bro7269 3 жыл бұрын

These shots are off the hook! I got a nice sharp image of hawk the other day and was ecstatic over it. I can’t image getting shots like this. Great job, and thanks for bringing us along for the ride!

@tontastoner9141 3 жыл бұрын

Spectacular video!! They do put on a great show when migrating.

@liv4swells 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing us along! Great photos and storytelling as usual 👍🏼

@Michael-fw5ef 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best photographer I have ever seen posting on YT. You could shoot for National Geographic or Hustler.

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and lol on hustler.

@pamdoyle5950 3 жыл бұрын

I like to think that you are correct in thinking that the older eagles were training their young on how to EARN their meal. You do an AMAZING JOB, Mark. I enjoy your work and share it often. Maybe one day, I'll meet you on the Snake for some photos of our wild turkeys and eagles!??!

@kirkasplin776 3 жыл бұрын

Incredible pics! Great job! Thank you for sharing.

@angelabonner1785 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding, as usual and your narrative makes it complete!!!

@nimphapascuaburns5386 2 жыл бұрын

That was amazing exercise for Children's juvenile, the bald eagle adult look stunning genius handsome/beautiful while in motion flying as a human

@carolynjanesharpe1344 Жыл бұрын

You are awesome! YAH bless you. I come here to get away from things. I used to live in a nice suburban area in NH with eagles right on the property pond. Boy do i miss that. Your narration on enthusiasm is great and I dont feel so alone anymore. Well, I always have the Father but you know what I mean. Thank you for sharing. 💕

@swaroopsankarsivadasan 3 жыл бұрын

During the end notes, I was typing my two favourites from the bunch, the juvie catching the dropped fish from mid air and brilliant dancing pair at the end of the video and you said they’re yours too at the end. What an amazing video 🤩

@tcwhite0104 3 жыл бұрын

Wow as always you’ve knocked this out of the park. Amazing

@russellgentile4719 3 жыл бұрын

Mark you're a great artist in all ways. Thank you for sharing these incredible videos and photos. Your narration is phenomenal too!

@MarkSmithphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@toykellie3 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, great photography, and great story!! Always love them.

@enriqueolivares3959 Жыл бұрын

I love to watch and draw/ paint eagles, great video!

@1funkybasslady 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing Video/photos!! Thanks for sharing your talent in capturing nature at work.

@quinny525 3 жыл бұрын

Another informative and beautiful presentation...Thanks Mark!

@parmanduke 3 жыл бұрын

Astounding the razor sharp images you're getting from that distance. AMazing images amazing video amazing photographer.

@jtes1442 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, what an amazing job you do. So inspiring!

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful footage as always Mark! Thank you for sharing the video with us!💖👍👌😎JP

@user-gl2eq2ly4g 3 жыл бұрын

The eagle ...... What a BOSS! Thank you.

@dmarque 3 жыл бұрын

Always fantastic Mark. Thanks for the nicely prepared video. So many fantastic images but the one with the 3 eagles and the dropped fish is simply amazing~!

@tomvana4270 2 жыл бұрын

Your photos are so so. So freaking awesome! Some really beautiful shots there.

@betorenteria7768 2 жыл бұрын

Gem of a video! Beautiful shots. Thanks for sharing!

@tlatown 3 жыл бұрын

Just amazing. You are such an Inspiration! Thank you!

@cesarm8811 3 жыл бұрын

As always awesome video and photos. I really like the two eagles, what look like dancing in mid air.

@athenagarza4311 3 жыл бұрын

Your words with the photos are awesome

@antonoat 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic film and wonderful photos as always Mark, stay safe buddy and please keep sharing what you do! Cheers.👏👍😀

@johnhjic2 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Mark, What a super video and lovely story / words to go with it. Thank you. Keep well, keep save and be happy.

@mikeyb9819 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, just amazing pics Mark. Thanks.

@madtoffelpremium8324 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that was amazing light, I wish I would live near such a beautiful location and your images and storytelling is unbelivable as ever. But please start uploading in 4K, so that we can see these amazing birds in all thier glory.

@rauantje 3 жыл бұрын

great! I love your video! I also think, that´s a lesson from mom or dad to their offspring, wonderful pictures!

@alexmendoza2178 3 жыл бұрын

Mark, you have out done yourself again. These are some of the best eagle shots I have seen!

@angelkelleyy 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible Mark!! 😯

@rickalvidrez2469 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Smith for the outstanding photos of Americas symbol truly great camera work

@rickallen7767 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome as usual. Thanks for the inspiration Mark.

@robertbohnaker9898 3 жыл бұрын

Never seen the level of detail and quality as this. Those Sony bodies and that 600 mm/1.4 tele ( and undoubtedly your experience and skill level ) produce detail and quality the Canon system still can’t match. My humble opinion. Well Done! You Da Man . I tip my Hat to You !👍🦅👏🏻🍾

@tamsacne6915 3 жыл бұрын

Beyond perfection - thank you

@futbolera427 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Brilliant! I live on a lake in FL and we have a nesting pair of baldies that have come back every year for at least the last 20 years! They are amazing to just sit back and watch. I look forward to seeing them every year. It seems like they are having more years than not with having twins.

@user-pl2gk9gu4d 3 жыл бұрын

You live in a wonderful place! envious!