Quest for the Golden Eagle | Nat Geo Photo of the Day
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A juvenile golden eagle lands on photographer Frank Craighead in Wyoming, showcasing the bird's survival in the Rocky Mountains due to its wariness. This photo from a 1940 issue highlights the Craighead brothers' quest to find these rare eagles.

Quest for the Golden Eagle
Juvenile golden eagles land on photographer Frank Craighead in Laramie, Wyoming. The golden eagle has been able to survive in the Rocky Mountain region chiefly because of its wariness. This photo was featured in a May 1940 issue where Frank and his twin brother, John, embarked on a quest to find these rare birds.
Frank & John Craighead, Nat Geo Image Collection