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NBG Eagles to You – Merry Christmas
December 24, 2011
Merry Christmas From Camellia
December 25, 2011
Published by Center for Conservation Biology at December 24, 2011
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Today for the first time this season the two NBG adults came to the nest in the middle of the day. Here are some of the images they left for all of us.
Both:

Male:

Female:

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34 Comments

  1. Carolyn--CT says:
    December 24, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    Thank you again, Reese.
    How beautiful is this pair, and what beautiful bobbleheads they will have. The last picture of the new mate, looks like an expression I have seen many times on the face of DAD NORFOLK.
    Again, MERRY CHRISTMAS, REESE.

  2. Pamela Matthews says:
    December 24, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    Wonderful news and photos! Looking forward to 2012.

  3. Jewel says:
    December 24, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    Reese, thank you so much for these pictures! I really love the expressions on the close up pictures. What a nice Christmas gift! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!

  4. Holly lamar says:
    December 24, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    Aw Reese, What a beautiful Xmas gift. They sure do pose for the camera don’t they? Rhoda Gerig and I put together a little Xmas video card for all those we know and love in the Wildlife World, scenes from the NBG nest, in honor of NX and now NV and hopefully NZ making it nearby and home for xmas. That’s me singing! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQROXcJRCtY&feature=share

  5. Carrie says:
    December 24, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    Merry Christmas, Mr. Lukei! Thank you for posting these photos and all the work that you do to keep track of Azalea and Camilla. Hoping that this holiday season brings you many blessings, happiness and all the best in 2012! 🙂

  6. Carol says:
    December 24, 2011 at 7:59 pm

    Beautiful. Thank you, Reese. You have a wonderful Christmas!

  7. MagInAlex says:
    December 24, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    Wow, – such great shots. She is beautiful, too!
    What a camera!
    Reese, have a great Christmas, and holiday! Thanks for your time and sharing your passion. It sure is infectious!!

  8. Pink Floyd says:
    December 24, 2011 at 9:38 pm

    Outstanding, just outstanding! What expressions! The cameras are unbelievable! This site is a present everyday. A community of people who take time to care…. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!

  9. Sidney says:
    December 25, 2011 at 12:04 am

    It was as if they were posing the same ways so we could try to make comparisons for future identification. Wonderful pictures. Wishing you a blessed Christmas and a New Year filled with happiness, good fortune, and lots of camera opportunities. Thanks for all your dedication, Reese.

  10. winddancer57 says:
    December 25, 2011 at 4:48 am

    What beautiful pictures,thank you for sharing. Have a very Merry Christmas Reese

  11. JOBO2MI says:
    December 25, 2011 at 7:15 am

    Beautiful pictures to see on this early Christmas morning! Thank you Mr. Lukei. Gives us much hope for the new year.
    btw Holly – awesome Christmas video card. Made my eyes leak ……again!
    Merry Christmas to the great EN. We appreciate all your hard work Mr. Lukei and staff!!!

  12. Monica says:
    December 25, 2011 at 8:25 am

    Wonderful pictures Reese. Looking forward to the new season at Norfolk. Marry Christmas to all.

  13. Barbara Colella says:
    December 25, 2011 at 8:33 am

    Love, love love them all, but that last one…..oh my, how great!

  14. DeeJay says:
    December 25, 2011 at 8:37 am

    Reese, thanks for sharing with us these wonderful photos. These birds are so beautiful and with the new cams, we’re getting some amazingly clear shots with wonderful detail. Thanks again.
    Merry Christmas, Reese and everyone.

  15. Christine Wrobel says:
    December 25, 2011 at 9:44 am

    The pictures just melt my heart! They make such a gorgeous couple! I love the look of the last picture as if to say, “Alright, that’s enough now!” Have a wonderful Merry Christmas day, Reese! Thank you for keeping us informed!

  16. Cindy Hunter says:
    December 25, 2011 at 10:49 am

    MERRY CHRISTMAS Reese! Again thank you for these beautiful pictures. Love the close ups of both male and female. Trying to discern their differences. Such a handsome of a couple.

  17. DIANE IN MN says:
    December 25, 2011 at 11:01 am

    Thank you for a wonderful Christmas morning gift, Reese. Fantastic pictures of Dad and his new mate! The healing continues…. I really look forward to your continuing updates …
    Wishing you many blessings in 2012, Reese!

  18. Barbara Radley says:
    December 25, 2011 at 11:56 am

    They make such a beautiful couple. The new cameras are going to make for a fabulous eagle-watching season! Thanks for giving us these tidbits, Reese. We are all chomping at the bit for the cam to roll for everyone. Merry Christmas. Oceanview

  19. Violet says:
    December 25, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    We sure have been blessed with the beauty of our Norfolk eagles this Christmas!!! Even looks like the new female is learning to pose for the camera!! Thanks for this Christmas treat!! Blessings to you and your family this day.

  20. Sheribeari says:
    December 25, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    Stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  21. Shell says:
    December 25, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    Loving the pics of Dad Norfolk and his new woman! she is a beauty! he has awesome taste in females! it’s gonna be a great nesting season! thanks for sharing these awesome pics!

  22. Jackie Brauer says:
    December 25, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    Absolutely awesome awesome pictures. Thankyou and Merry Christmas to all.

  23. Terri from Ontario says:
    December 25, 2011 at 8:11 pm

    Merry Christmas Reese and fellow eagleholics. What fabulous pictures and so clear. I hope this new couple produce some bobble heads for us to admire especially with the new cams. Can’t think of a more beautiful Christmas gift than to see our eagles close up. Love the last pic – a picture is a 1,000 words for sure.

  24. Judya says:
    December 25, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    Pictures are stunning! Thank you for sharing them. Can’t wait for the season to begin!

  25. Sally from WI says:
    December 25, 2011 at 9:45 pm

    Yeah!!!! Awesome pictures!!! I think we’re all so excited for this upcoming season of watching from the new webcam! Thank you so much for keeping us posted with current pictures and telling us what they are up to!

  26. Cindy in Oregon says:
    December 25, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    They could not be more beautiful. Thank you Reese! Looking forward to a new season.

  27. JudyMickle says:
    December 26, 2011 at 12:48 am

    Beautiful and thank you. Your photos of Dad and his new mate bring us hope for a grand New Year. Wishing all a safe and prosperous New Year.

  28. Nancy K says:
    December 26, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    They look like they would be wonderful residents! I hope they pick our nest!

  29. Cat says:
    December 26, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    Spectacular Reese. What a wonderful holiday gift. Thank you. The quality of the lens is stunning. Do you have any specs on the camera listed anywhere?
    Curious,
    Cat
    Response – The new camera is a high definition Axis Q6035-E

  30. Marianne says:
    December 26, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    These photos make me plain ol’ happy! My husband and I are going with friends in January to the Norfolk Botanical Garden (we’re in Raleigh, NC), and I’ve been sending them links to your photos. My, oh my, what a year we have coming!

  31. Minnie says:
    December 26, 2011 at 11:52 pm

    Just the best Christmas present imaginable. Thanks.

  32. Carol Norfolk says:
    December 28, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    We all are so in your debt for keeping us up to date on this magical pair. Cannot wait for the Eagle Cam to be up and running! Hope to see you at the Garden!! And have a wonderful holiday!!!

  33. Albert says:
    December 29, 2011 at 2:06 pm

    I’d like to personally thank Reese for all his efforts on behalf of wildlife and especially eagles. You are my source for dependable, ego-free information on eagles. Your professional approach allows me a great deal of trust in your reporting, advice and recommendations. Than you so much for this.

  34. john owen says:
    December 29, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    can’t wait for the season to begin

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