It always seems odd to see what of these big raptors do this but it is fun too. This female Bald Eagle had spent quite a bit of time just sitting and decided this was a good way to get the blood flowing. The image gives a nice look at the long wings and those talons. If you want more Bald Eagle images, head here.
![A female Bald Eagle stretches her wings while perched at St Vrain State Park in Colorado. (© Tony’s Takes)](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9cfGoQmkdbk/WQOyoq86vVI/AAAAAAAAfQI/4EAHXRZTHtwn8nCIBJhZID-iEh6IkPz_gCJoC/s710/2017-04-08%2B09-06-35%2B-%2B0152.jpg)