The photographer was able to capture an amazing moment when the eagle was flying with a small pig.
The incredible picture was taken 75 years Clark ECHR in Queensland, Australia, after he heard the cry of a pig and grabbed the camera.
Clark said that he was returning to camping in Cromarty Wetlands, when he heard a screeching in the sky. He instinctively reached for the camera and hardly could believe that he sees the eagle carries a little pig.
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He said: «I was invited to capture the unique and diverse world of birds that inhabit the area. But I had no idea that I would see how 2 huge eagle sweep low over my car, and one of them is strong hold in the clutches of the pig. Despite the powerful wings of the sea eagle or the eagle was difficult to gain height, before he put the prey on a small island, where the two birds were able to eat. I hurried to take pictures before the birds rushing by. It was the most unexpected sight which I ever witnessed. At first I thought it must be fish, but as soon as put things in focus, I saw a wild pig. He probably weighed five pounds. Never before had ever seen».
Australia is home to nearly 24 million wild pigs, and in Queensland they are treated as pests because they spread weeds, prey on native species and harm crops.
In turn, the wingspan of the white-bellied sea eagle can reach 7 feet. They are often seen high in trees or flying over water coast. Birds usually mate for life, like the ones you can see in the photo of Clark.
Usually they feed on marine life such as fish and turtles, making the images more impressive. Clark added: «I saw white-bellied sea eagles when they grabbed prey from the water and carried away by powerful claws. They hunted waterfowl, turtles, rabbits, flying squirrels, but that’s rare. I was shocked».
