Kevin MacLaughlin, a ranger at nThambo Tree Camp, took these remarkable photos of a Brown Snake-Eagle. Capturing birds on camera is always tricky – luckily Kevin was in the right place at the right time.
The Brown Snake-Eagle, as its name suggests, eats mainly snakes. It starts off by crushing the head to discharge any venom and then swallows it whole. This eagle is not immune to snake venom and can be blinded by spitting cobras; which are common in the Kruger region.
We hope you enjoy the photos of this Brown-Snake Eagle in the Kruger.
Brown Snake-Eagle about to fly. Quite a spectacular sighting.
The Brown Snake-Eagle about to take off in flight.
Finally the Snake-Eagle takes off in flight
The Brown Snake-Eagle with its prey – a snake. Finally !
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