Although it came up empty-taloned on this try from the frozen river, the next attempt was successful and it enjoyed a nice little shad snack in the bitter cold . . .

"Um, excuse me, are you gonna eat all that?!"

Just a little tasty eagle treat . . .

This Juvie Bald Eagle's feathering is so striking . . . but the fish about to get struck might disagree . . .

When I was younger and without a care For granted I thought he would always be there But now I only hear stories that the great bird of truth is alive With a fist in my pocket I'm prayin' An eternal prayer the great bird of truth will survive (Lyrics from "An Occasional Eagle" by Fred Carter, Jr.)

It's called catch and carry . . .