Bald Eagle
Migration Update: May 9, 2007

FINAL Report Includes:


Credit: Margaret Black

Eagle Migration: Map, Data, and Questions
  • This week's migration map >>
  • Data for your own classroom map >>
  • Questions about this week's map (handout) >>

Highlights:
This is our last week to share spring migration data. What kinds of statements can we make about the eagles' migrations so far this spring? Study this week's map for clues to help you determine whether the birds have made it to their summer and fall nesting sites.
Special "Thank You" to Eagle Researcher Peter "Eagle-eye" Nye
As the migration season draws to a close, we'd like to turn your attention behind the scenes. Over the past 4 months, in addition to his busy job, Peter Nye found extra time to share his research. More special thanks, to Glenn Hewitt for organizing each week's data for our map. Journey North would not be possible without the dedication of scientists who contribute their expertise voluntarily.
Thank you, Peter!
Thanks, Glenn!
Explore: Eagle Nests
Build Your Own Classroom Eagle Nest

How big is a bald eagle nest? Could it fit in your classroom? One year Cathy Plaehn's class decided to build a life-size nest in their classroom. They were amazed at how big it really was!

Peter Nye's summer work regularly includes visiting nest sites. "I often climb right into the nest with the eaglets while banding." Nye writes, "That way I can get all my supplies out and organized, and relax a bit!"

  • How big is an average nest?
  • How does it stay together?

Build Your Own: Read on to find out more >>

Credit: Cathy Plaehn

Credit: Busher
Predict: Nest Sites on the Map
Try it! >>

There is a very strong and natural instinct for eagles to breed annually. Once they are mature eagles often return to the same nesting site year after year.

Because Journey North has been tracking these eagles with Peter Nye for more than one season we can learn from their behavior. Will they raise their young in the same nest again? Sometimes they can surprise us.


Justin with his Bald Eagle Journal
Credit: Margaret Black
  • Has U21 arrived at her nest this year?
  • Has U25 arrived at her nest?
  • Has U27 arrived at her nest?
  • Where do you predict V98 is, and why?

Study today's map and make your predictions for each bird and then try your hand at putting each bird’s nest on the map. >>
Year-end Evaluation: Please Share Your Thoughts! >>

Will you take a few minutes to complete our Year-end Evaluation?

Only with your help can we document Journey North's reach, impact and value. The information you provide is critical for planning new initiatives and for improving Journey North. Thank you!

Year-end Evaluation >>
Links: This Week's Eagle Resources
  • Review: U25's Amazing Spring 2006 Migration Journey >>
  • Mapping: Bald Eagle Migration Map Archives >>
  • Journal: Bald Eagle Journal >>
More Eagle Lessons and Teaching Ideas!

We've had a lot of fun learning about eagles this spring! Thanks to everyone who participated in tracking these magnificent raptors with Eagleye and Journey North. See you next spring!

This the Final Bald Eagle Migration Update for Spring, 2007. Join us again in February 2008!

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