The last two weeks around our eagle hides were very eventful. Following the exceptionally good December, January was more quiet with the White-tailed Eagles visiting the hides less frequently. In February the activity was/is much better again and now eagles regular visitors plus a few extra photo subjects!

Adult White-tailed Eagle (February 2011)                                                       Photo: László Sóti

There was a short period of warm weather when gulls returned to the Hortobágy area and they also visited the hides daily in good numbers. If gulls are around the eagles are less keen to get close but they still do. The  gull action photography is something amazing though and our guests certainly enjoyed some excellent moments in the hides!

Calling and fighting adult Caspian Gulls (February 2011)                            Photos: Csaba Lóki

Adult Caspian Gull in front of the hide (February 2011)                              Photo: Attila Szilágyi

Common Buzzards are regular with up to 11 individuals showing. They were regularly fighting over food when several birds were around thus allowing great photo opportunities. Rarely even the scarce Rough-legged Buzzards visit the area.

Common Buzzard (February 2011)                                                            Photo: Attila Szilágyi

Fighting Common Buzzards (February 2011)                                               Photo: Joan Roca

Sakertour team