On the way out of Whitehorse, I decided to drive along Fish Lake Road. Had heard much from many about the bird spotting along this road. The ice was very thick in places, while other places were clear and the birds were looking for lunch.
Bald eagle along McIntyre Creek near Whitehorse
Note the water drop off this eagle's beak! It was poking around in
the water ...
Keeping the feet dry
It was time to get home and prepare for our trip to Faro. Heading
back, another bird on the ice caught my eye.
It was a long distance away and the car was my 'tripod'. At the time
I didn't know what type of bird this was.
Reviewing the images at home, it was apparent this was a juvenile bald eagle having a bad day on the ice.
Wet with damaged feathers and an naked spot on its head!
Drying the feathers in the chilly wind
Drying ...
Headed home to prepare of our trip to Faro for the Crane & Sheep Festival.