Once an endangered species, the Bald Eagle has made a comeback and soared in numbers. With it’s impressive 7 foot wingspan it can be identified from a significant distance. During the first seven years of its life it does not have the classic white head and tail feather pattern and might not be identified as easily. These Juvenile Bald Eagles are still learning the ropes and tend to fly closer to humans.

Onondaga Lake located near the heart of Syracuse, NY is lucky enough to be a temporary roosting site to dozens of Bald Eagles young and old for a few short weeks in the winer. The numbers vary, but they can climb to 50, 60 or more depending on weather conditions.

For a Bald Eagle, catching fish is only half the battle. Eagles will fight for prey and stealing from each other is commonplace. Grabbing a fish in it’s talons never goes unnoticed and a battle will almost always ensue both on land and in the air.