Sitka, our resident Bald Eagle at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a majestic sight, and it's hard to believe she only weighs 14 pounds. In Alaska, where our food sources are plentiful, Bald Eagles can vary from 7 to 14 pounds. #BirdsofNorthAmerica #AlaskanNature #DidYouKnow
Yesterday, a Bald Eagle found itself in a tough spot, soaked and stuck under a dock. With no injuries and an active nest waiting, we were thrilled to release the eagle just a few hours later. #Freedom #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
Replying to @maplesnake After a few weeks in isolation, recovering from Avian Pox, Rosie the juvenile Bald Eagle has officially moved into our Bald Eagle Flight Training Center! She’s now working on rebuilding her strength and flight skills as she gets closer to returning to the wild. #BaldEagle #WildlifeRehab #RosieTheEagle #RaptorRecovery
Meet Peter, a Pectoral Sandpiper, our newest patient from Juneau, AK! He arrived with a tear in his right wing patagium, but thanks to a cozy setup with mud, grass, and plenty of bugs, he’s healing in comfort. #PectoralSandpiper #WildlifeRehab #PeterTheSandpiper
Thanks to a generous donation of deer hide, our Avian Care Specialists have been hard at work creating enrichment items for our residents. Enrichment is a vital part of the care we provide. It encourages our Residents to perform natural behaviors, stay active, and maintain a sense of control over their environment. #RaptorEnrichment #AvianCare #DeerHide #Enrichment