Skagit River Eagles Are a World Famous Attraction

The incredible migration and habitation by the Bald Eagles on the Upper Skagit River is a remarkable tourist attraction. 

The eagles are attracted to the area each year by the migration of the salmon.  It is very easy to spot the huge birds throughout the area as they feast on salmon.


Seattle arborist and wildlife enthusiast Michael Oxman captured this image there today.

Bald Eagle on Skagit River banks
ph credit - Michael Oxman

It's wonderful to see the eagles have made a comeback from near extinction. It's a sight that inspires hope for this new year and for all the creatures that need some help to get back to a healthy number. 

Eagle's Perch

The Greenlake Bald Eagle perches atop Duck Island in golden light. 
Good way to spot fish or trouble.

Bald Eagle keeps watch over Duck Island at Seattle's
Greenlake Park

Bald Eagles' Reign Beside the Waters

Some more Bald Eagle images from our friend Michael Oxman, arborist.
This time in West Seattle's Lincoln Park.

Two Bald Eagles Perched at Lincoln Park
ph credit - Michael Oxman

The eagles reign over the Puget Sound region. They need our tall trees to survey their realm and scan for prey. One of their primary food sources is fish and salmon are one of their favorites here.

Here is a video clip of crows harassing an eagle near Lincoln Park.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2688755134750678582#

Eagles at Seward Park

Bald Eagle Perched at Seward Park
ph credit Michael Oxman

Arborist Michael Oxman spotted this bald eagle on Saturday at Seattle's Seward Park while working with a group removing invasive blackberry. Seward Park is in SE Seattle and is a peninsula which jutts into Lake Washington and is a huge urban oasis with many huge, tall trees. 


Eagles, of course need tall trees to perch upon and survey the area for prey like salmon.

Soaring Eagle-ph credit Michael Oxman

So, two good deeds in one day! 


Thanks Michael!