I knew we had eagles in this part of the world, and yesterday I finally saw one, only about half a mile from the house. I was out jogging when I heard a screech that was louder and harsher than the cries of the Red-Shouldered Hawks that we’re used to hearing. I stopped to look, and I saw a huge bird in the top of an oak tree about a hundred yards away. When it flew away, I could see the same prominent white wing and tail markings you see in the photo, so I’m pretty confident in my identification.

The photo, of course, is not mine. I had only my cell phone, and it was stowed away.

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