Birds Of Prey Are Hiding A Secret From You

    There's a reason eagles, falcons, and hawks are almost always photographed in profile.

    Fact: Birds of prey don't photograph well from the front...

    A photo of the American bald eagle from the side – Stoic, brave, majestic.

    A photo of the American bald eagle from the front...

    ...Scared, confused, vulnerable.

    A photo of a hawk taken from the front – Badass, intimidating, knife-wielding.

    Photos of hawks taken from the front...

    ...Awkward, timid, embarrassing.

    Photo of a falcon taken mid-flight – Powerful, inspiring, sleek.

    Photos of falcons taken while stationary...

    ...Frumpy, uncomfortable, terrified.

    Photo of a golden eagle taken from the side – Austere, intrepid, resilient.

    Golden eagle taken from the front...