Having lately noticed that eagles are the national birds of many countries (including my own with its Golden Eagle), I thought it was time to give it a try and paint one.
In this post however, I want to draw attention to a maybe less known species of eagles, the Isidor´s Eagle, also called Black-and-Chestnut Eagle, which is a fairly large bird of prey – 63 to 74 cm (25 to 29 in) long with a wingspan of 147 to 166 cm (58 to 65 in) – that lives in South America.
They are known to prey on woolly monkeys, possibly other monkeys including capuchins, but also porcupines and squirrels.
Widespread cutting of primary forest in foothills throughout the Andes is the primary cause of the precipitous decline of this species. There may be only 370-1500 individuals left in the wild, fewer than previously thought.
It is one of the most endangered birds of prey in the Americas.
Beautiful, and so sad that their habitat is being destroyed. I hope efforts are being made to protect them. We have bald eagles where I live and no matter how many I see, it’s always a treat. 🙂 Happy Creating, my friend. 🙂
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Thank you so much, Diana! Sadly I doubt that much effort is being made to protect these birds as thriving trade and commerce always seem to come first… 😦
How much I would love to see those bald eagles! They always look so majestic and their flight seems effortless. Happy writing my friend and enjoy the wildlife right outside your door! 🙂 ❤
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Today my grandson and I were collecting guardian snails from the dirt road to place around the gnome tree in preparation for the return of the gnome king. 😀 A wonderful day outside despite the drizzle.
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Sounds like a day perfectly spent! 😊
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Eagles, such majestic birds. Beautiful painting again, dear Sarah!
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Thank you so much, Patty! xxx
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This is beautiful Sarah. They sound like a pretty formidable bird to prey on all those different creatures. Cheers
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Thank you very much, Chris! 😄 Cheers!
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Sometimes we see eagles here and they are so majestic! I love what you’ve created here… and that you share it with us ❤ 🙂
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Thank you so much, Christy!! 😄💕
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Superb painting, Sarah, and thanks for adding information about this rare Eagle, as well. Have a great weekend! xoxo
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Thank you so much, Lauren! 🙂
Have a super-lovely Sunday! xoxo ❤
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This is so beautiful!
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Thank you so much, Charles!! 🙂 Have a wonderful Sunday!
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You have really captured the essence of a raptor flying wild. I love the feathers and coloring. He must be big if he eats monkeys…😲
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Thank you very much, Kerry! I think the monkeys are rather small but what surprises me more is that he’s able to catch them at all!
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Raptors can glide in very silently with those talons…
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This is so beautiful Sarah. I really like the way you are including the story of the birds with your paintings. It’s hard to imagine a bird of prey being endangered, but we humans seem to be able to destroy anything that stands in the way of our greed. xxxx
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Thank you very much, Su! 😊💕
It’s all a question of habitat and food sources – as soon as we begin to take them away even the fiercest and most powerful animals have to give in. Just think of the wolves in Western Europe – there are hardly any left. 😦
xxxxx
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That is so true. Oh the arrogance of our species.
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Wow! It preys on monkeys?!!!! It must be huge!
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It is! Thank you for your visit, Ju-Lyn! 😊
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Gorgeous!
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Thanks a lot!!!😊💕
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You’re welcome! 💕
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It’s a great painting, but I’m so sorry to hear that the bird is endangered!
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Thank you, Ann!
The list of endangered species sadly gets longer by the day… soon all what’s left of them will be paintings and photographs.
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Sweet drawing of the eagle. Yes, we are taking away their habitat. There was a pair living somewhere in the trees around my home a couple of years ago but have not seen them lately. You taught me something new about them today. I did not know they ate monkeys and squirrels. Very interesting.
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Thank you very much, Marlene! That’s sad that your pair has vanished.
It’s really interesting to research all these birds, I also never knew that they prey on monkeys.
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A very nice flying posture. I like the patches of blue sky around the bird!
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Thank you so much! 😊
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Beautiful artwork as always,,,there is no telling how many species like this we will lose as the result of shortsighted stupidity and greed.
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Thanks so much, Oglach! And yes, I’m afraid you’re absolutely right about our stupidity… 😦
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Wonderful, Sarah! I so enjoy your art. 🙂
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Thank you very much, Jennie! 😊❤
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You’re welcome, Sarah. 🙂
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Very impressive painting, and bird … I did not know they preyed on monkeys !!
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Thank you so much! I didn’t know that either until I looked it up! 😁
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You’re welcome !
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Such a beautiful, powerful bird that you’ve captured in paint, Sarah. I love the detail in the wings. Eagles have always fascinated me, I think their nests are so amazing being extremely high in the air, on the sides of cliffs, etc. I’m a little sad this one eats monkeys, but you know, it is the natural order. Thanks for sharing this wonderful bird with us! xo
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Thank you so much, Lana! I share your fascination for these beautiful birds, those unreachable nests are really something, aren’t they?
Have a lovely and creative day! xoxo 😊❤
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You’ve represented the nobility and freedom of an eagle well. I thought your fox was my favorite. Now, I’m not sure.
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Thank you so much, Jacqui! And I’m sorry I made it difficult for you to choose! 😁😉
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Eagles are fascinating birds – here in America we love seeing bald eagles, our national bird. I heard recently that this type is no longer endangered. Keep these paintings coming!
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Thank you for your lovely comment! Bald eagles are really impressive and beautiful – I’m so not surprised it has become your national bird. And what great news that it’s no longer endangered – let’s keep our fingers crossed this will also happen for the Isidor’s eagle!
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Beautiful.
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Thank you! 😊
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Impressive piece of work of the eagle with the wings wide spread and its bright colours!
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Thank you very much, Peter! I really had to paint this bird in flight – their wings are so amazingly beautiful. 😊 Do you see eagles from time to time in your part of the world? Have a lovely day!
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Oh, yes the bald eagle and the golden eagle both are permanent residents in our area. They love to hunt fish together with the ubiquitous osprey in our lake. Best wishes! Peter
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That must be a magnificent sight!
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Beautiful painting, Sarah.
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Thanks so much, Shari! 😊
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Grey piece, I am aways sadden to hear of the decline of any species. Thanks for bring this one to life.
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Thank you, Kelly! It’s always sad to hear about yet another species threatened to become extinct because of us.
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Beautiful painting Sarah and an informative post.
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Thank you so much, Darren! Have a beautiful and creative day! 😊💕
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Thank you Sarah. Just had three hours drawing which is rare on a weekday evening!😊
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Awesome! 😊
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Thank you for the important information about this eagle, and your water colour painting is wonderful ..
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You’re very welcome, Ivor! And thank you so much for liking my painting of the Isidor’s eagle!
Have an awesome day! 💕
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Always my pleasure ☺️
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Last year we saw an eagle in our backyard. They’re amazing to see in the wild. Beautiful water color, Sarah!
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Thank you very much, Jill! That must have been an amazing sight! Did you make some pictures?
Have a beautiful day! 😊❤
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It was beautiful. Unfortunately, it was perched at the top of a tree across the lake. My camera doesn’t have that good of a zoom lens. ❤
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