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Bald Eagles of Alaska

In Videos by Matt Shetzer

  I want to share a short video (3:06) of the bald eagles behaviors from beautiful Haines, Alaska in the month of November. One of my favorite places in the world, and after watching the video, I’m sure you’ll understand why. Bald Eagles of Alaska was last modified: March 16th, 2021 by Matt Shetzer

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Trip Report – Bald Eagle Photography Workshop 2016 – November

In Trip Report by Matt Shetzer

The 2016 Bald Eagle photo workshop in Haines, Alaska had a great turnout with six eager to explore guests from as far as Portugal and Hong Kong. We were joined by local naturalist and guide Judy who calls Haines her home.   Here is what we did each day during the photo workshop: Monday A beautiful clear day with all the rugged mountains out.  The group arrived on the Alaska Marine highway ferry today, and they were treated to a …

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Leucistic Bald Eagle

In News Article by Matt Shetzer

Leucism in Bald Eagles You have probably never heard of the condition leucism, but you likely have heard of its close cousin, albinism. An albino animal has a rare genetic mutation which prevents its skin from producing melanin. This deficiency results in a paleness and lack of coloring on skin, hair, and feathers. Leucism is another genetic condition which is very closely related to albinism. Leucism causes an absence of all skin pigments, not just melanin. Leucism is caused by …

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Video – Grizzly Bears, Bald Eagles and Puffins – 2013 Grizzly Bear Photography Workshop

In Videos by Matt Shetzer

This July during our Grizzly Bear photography workshop, I shot this 5 minute video to display some of the wildlife we saw during our the 2013 Photography Workshop held in beautiful Lake Clark, Alaska. I’m always asked how close are the bears during the workshop. I think this answers it.  Video was taken with a Nikon D4 with 500mm. To play the video with Full Screen, click the  button on the bottom right of the player Come join us next …

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Video – Bald Eagles in Alaska as the snow flies.

In Videos by Matt Shetzer

Last November while up in Alaska between photography workshops I got out my Nikon and shot this short video of the Bald Eagles. I’m always asked how close are the eagles during the workshop. I think this answers it. Nikon D4 with 500mm. HD Video with Full Screen button on the bottom right. Come join us this November during our workshop. If you are interested in an upcoming photography workshop, please check out our schedule found here. Video – Bald …