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Bald Eagles

// December 16th, 2009 // Birds of Manitoba, Birds of Prey, Boreal Forest

Bald Eagles are both predators and scavengers.  They can be seen soaring high in the sky riding the air currents, by roadways dining on roadkill or perched up high on a tree or pole keeping watch on their hunting grounds.  I have observed them raiding a goose nest, picking a fish out of a lake, locking talons in mid-flight and then twirling together in the sky.  With eyesight second to none and the ability to dive from the skies upon their prey they are truly amazing birds of prey.  The mature eagles display their unmistakable white heads and tails while the young keep their mottled brown plumage until their third year.  It’s always a thrill to see a Bald Eagle in the wild.  Webcams such as the one on Vancouver Island a few years ago make it possible for people around the world to watch the nesting and habits of these beautiful birds.

Below:  Immature Bald Eagles – likely second year as the white plumage is beginning to show.

Enjoy!

~Sharon