[RP TownTalk] Bald Eagle Sighting

[Sue Collins]

Oh, they're still here?  I'd seen them off and on a few years ago; I hadn't seen any lately, didn't know if they were still around.  When I saw one, it was being chased by a flock of crows!  Anyhow, thanks for the heads-up, I'll keep an eye out for them, too.  
 
A "PS" on wildlife; this is the mating season for deer, and they're out and about in fairly large numbers. If you see them in one area, chances are they'll be around that same area quite a bit.  Keep an eye out when you're driving, esp. around dawn and dusk.  

From: Bruce Wernek <bruce.wernek at verizon.net>
To: towntalk at riverdale-park.org 
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:38 AM
Subject: [RP TownTalk] Bald Eagle Sighting



Yesterday afternoon I saw an adult Bald Eagle feeding in the NE branch about 1/4 mile downstream from the Riverdale Rd bridge.  The eagle had landed in a shallow section of the creek.  As I approached, it took off making a hasty retreat.  The eagle was "chirping" (stuccato of high pitched chirps)as it exited the area.  Bald eagles often do this if you are near their nests.  They are giving notice that they don't want you around.

l'll have to keep an eye out in the future so I can get a little closer next time.

Bruce
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