As we end this season of tracking the eagles spring migration, we notice a couple of things clearly: first, eagle U25 continues to move about in Labrador. She hasn't settled down in a nest site yet. The fall migration map gives clues about where she nested last year. Secondly, it appears that eagle U21 is following a movement pattern similar to U25; traveling around before settling down to nest.
It is interesting to note that U21 and U25 have different timing for settling down than U27 and S28. Eagle U27 has been stationary, on the nest, (47.6, -77.3) since March 19. Similarly, eagle S28's location (44.6, -76.07) has been the same since February 18. All 4 of these birds were captured in NY, yet their patterns for migration and nesting are quite different. Track U21 and U25's latest movements in today's map handout. >> |
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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 maps.
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Journey North would not be possible without the dedication of scientists who contribute their expertise voluntarily! |
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Thank
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Thanks,
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During the past 4 springs we have had the remarkable opportunity to track the migrations of our bald eagles. Take a few minutes to compare and contrast the migration paths of individual birds. Then use your eagle journal to summarize what you learned about eagle migration from this season's tracking. |
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This the Final Bald Eagle Migration Update for Spring, 2009. Please join us again in February 2010!
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