Eagles Among Us:

Bald Eagles are currently active around three Lambton County nests! I've not typically paid attention to eagle nests in the fall so was surprised by this observation. I wonder if the increase in population has caused Eagles to defend their territory for longer periods? Northern adults begin fall migration when lakes and rivers freeze, usually migrating coastward or to open water. They return to breeding grounds when weather and food permit, usually in January-March.

https://journeynorth.org/tm/eagle/annual/facts_fall.html

Last week, I watched a Bald Eagle snap a stick off the top of a tree and fly with it back to the nest. Perhaps the warm November weather is encouraging them to do repairs on the nests! 

We earned a new "yard bird" when Deryl spotted a Golden Eagle flying high overhead! Golden Eagles are uncommon in our area. Adult Golden Eagles are dark brown with a golden sheen on the back of the head and neck. For their first several years of life, young birds have neatly defined white patches at the base of the tail and in the wings.

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/golden_eagle/overview

"Yes, I know. I'm adorable!"

Pearl the Squirrel had better beware, so she doesn't become a meal for a hungry eagle. In the winter when it's harder for Eagles to find fish, she will be able to camouflage with the snow for protection!