Thanks to Gary J for sharing photos of eagles around Alki Point; it’s “eagle season,” as he put it:
Maybe the one at right is the juvenile eagle seen on Beach Drive recently (as reported here)? Anyway, thanks again to Gary J – send us your photos, news tips, stories to share, any time – editor@westseattleblog.com – or if it’s something too urgent for e-mail (or you’re away from a keyboard), call 206-293-6302 day or night, 24/7. (More wildlife later – a new coyote concern to share.)
I’ve seen the juvenile in the large tree across from Cactus Restaurant all morning.
(How lucky am I that I can see this ‘eagle tree from my front window?)
Most often there’s one or more eagles in that tree.
You’re right GenHillOne, we’re so unbelievably lucky.
JO
Does anyone know how many resident eagles we have in WS? I’ve wondered if the Lincoln Park ones are the same that have the nest across from Salty’s also.
Saw one flying just north of Camp Long about a week and a half ago! It was amazing.
Bradley5 –
A few years ago, an old timer from the Lincoln Park ‘hood told me that the eagles which roost on the cliff at the south end of the park actually are a breeding pair which has a nest on Vashon. This fellow told me that they fly back and forth between the two to hunt/feed. Maybe somebody out there can confirm or deny if that is true – I’ve always wondered myself.
I saw a pair of eagles doing a mating ritual flight once, over Greenlake. The flight displays were spectacular. I hope more folks have a lucky moment sometime to witness that.
Also, these guys are out there sprucing/building out their nests; Again at Woodland Park, I saw a male with a 6-8 foot long, thick tree limbs in its talons as it flew over me! It was a sight to see! So, Heads Up! :)
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