Contamination & Continued Diligence   This final program dovetails back to our pilot webinar as we return to the topic of ecosystem contamination and how it persists today. While there are readily available alternatives, lead (Pb) is still used in hunting ammunition and in fishing tackle. This creates significant ongoing threats to wildlife, both from current […]

Developmental Stages  As April’s lengthening days offer extended time to hunt and feed, the rapid development of eaglets becomes more easily observable. This webinar discusses the successional stages of development expected to occur in the 11-12 weeks between hatching and fledging and the demands placed on the parent eagles by their increasingly ravenous offspring. Hunting […]

NEW DATE! Courtship & Construction  Bird nests are as unique to a species as their plumage, with nesting materials ranging from grasses and twigs to spit, mud, and even metal wire. Some species construct their nests together, while others spend significant energy independently creating a nest in an effort to attract a mate. Let’s explore […]

Traits, Trends, & Adaptations  In order to excel in a world where food can be scarce, weather conditions challenging, and territory both highly coveted and fiercely defended, the Bald Eagle must possess several incredible physical adaptations. From feet with sandpaper-like surface area to eyes that can detect a potential meal from over 3 miles away, […]