Caramel Eagle is a photograph by Loree Johnson which was uploaded on February 20th, 2015.
Caramel Eagle
Leucism is a genetic trait that inhibits the production of pigment. Unlike albino animals, leucistic animals exhibit some pigment, only lighter than... more
Title
Caramel Eagle
Artist
Loree Johnson
Medium
Photograph
Description
Leucism is a genetic trait that inhibits the production of pigment. Unlike albino animals, leucistic animals exhibit some pigment, only lighter than their non-leucistic counterparts. This is a leucistic juvenile bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) seen at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge in California. Scientists estimate that only one in 5,000-10,000 wild animals carry this trait.
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February 20th, 2015
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Comments (3)
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Loree Johnson replied:
Thank you John. I was very excited to catch a glimpse of such a rare and unusual creature!
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